Stanley “Swede” Vejtasa, Scouting Squadron 5 (VS-5), USS Yorktown (CV-5)
Stanley “Swede” Vejtasa describes his experiences during the Battle of the Coral Sea on 7 May 1942.
Stanley “Swede” Vejtasa describes his experiences during the Battle of the Coral Sea on 7 May 1942.
Joseph Hochadel describes his experiences as a medic with the 34th Infantry Division during the fighting at Monte Cassino, Italy.
Arthur Jackson discusses engaging Japanese positions during the Battle of Peleliu, actions for which he would later be awarded the Medal of Honor.
Painting a German cannon presents interesting challenges to the restoration staff.
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.
The Museum's outdoor sound and light show features incredible music, stunning imagery, festive food and beverages, and 90-foot-tall projections.
Spark your child's love of history with our WWII-themed storytime experience.
Join our signature vocal trio the Victory Belles for an evening of 1940s tunes paired with our state-of-the-art outdoor sound and light show, Expressions of America.