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Forgotten Fights: The Free French at Bir Hacheim, May 1942
The courageous Free French defense of the remote desert fortress of Bir Hacheim in May 1942 helped turn the tide of the war in North Africa.
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Memorial Day: A New Orleans Neighborhood Remembers
On Memorial Day and every day, the name of Richard McCurdy, killed in action during Operation Torch, and other boys like him should be kept alive and their sacrifices and those of their families remembered. They were and are part of a nation, a city, a neighborhood, and a family.
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A Memorial Day Remembrance: “Happy” Neil’s Share in the American Flag
Among the Museum's collection are many stories of those who did not return, like PFC Darrel “Happy” Neil, killed in action on July 7, 1944 in France.
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Roland Chaisson, 1st Infantry Division
In this clip, Roland Chaisson talks about his experiences during the Sicilian Campaign and encounters he had with local civilians and their German occupiers.
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SHOP TALK: Sherman Tank Back into the Louisiana Memorial Pavilion
Read the story of restoring the Museum’s Sherman tank to operating condition.
Past Events
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"Expressions of America"
10/02/2023 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 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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Sensory Friendly Mornings
09/30/2023 | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMAvailable on the last Saturday of each month, Sensory Friendly Mornings are for individuals of all ages with special needs and their families to enjoy early access to the Museum with modifications to make the experience more sensory friendly.
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Victory Belles Matinee Luncheon
09/30/2023 | 11:45 AM - 2:00 PMEnjoy a buffet lunch as the delightful Victory Belles trio perform the popular and patriotic music of the 1940s in rich, three-part harmony.
