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Arthur Jackson, 1st Marine Division
Arthur Jackson discusses engaging Japanese positions during the Battle of Peleliu, actions for which he would later be awarded the Medal of Honor.
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SHOP TALK: Painting the German le IG 18 75mm Infantry Support Gun
Painting a German cannon presents interesting challenges to the restoration staff.
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Forgotten Fights: The 101st Airborne at Carentan, June 1944
The allied invasion of Normandy in June 1944, including the capture of Carentan by American airborne troops, helped facilitate the destruction of German forces in northwest Europe.
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New Citizen Soldiers: Naturalization During World War II
Foreign-born US troops made a significant contribution to American victory in World War II. Between July 1, 1942 and June 30, 1945, 109,382 foreign-born members of the US Armed Forces became naturalized citizens.
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Victory Corps Volunteer Spotlight: Julia
Julia engages with The National WWII Museum well beyond her Saturday commitment with the Victory Corps.
Past Events
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"Expressions of America"
02/23/2024 | 6:00 PM - 6:30 PMThe Museum's outdoor sound and light show features incredible music, stunning imagery, festive snacks and beverages, and 90-foot-tall projections.
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Black Angels Over Tuskegee (School Performance)
02/23/2024 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMVibrant, energetic, and emotionally captivating, Black Angels Over Tuskegee tells the fictionalized story of six men embarking on a journey to become the first Black aviators in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II, a tumultuous era of racial segregation.
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The Journey of Jewish Americans: World War II and the History of Jewish Immigration
02/22/2024 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PMLearn about the history of Jewish immigration to America, the long-term consequences of the 1924 Immigration Act, and the impact of World War II on immigration policy in this free virtual teacher workshop.
