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Edward Woods, US Merchant Marine
Edward Woods describes shipping out of New York Harbor aboard the oil Tanker SS Brandy Station.
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Forgotten Fights: The Taking of WN61, Omaha Beach Fox Green Sector by John C. McManus, PhD
Staff Sergeant Raymond Strojny almost single-handedly took out German strongpoint WN-61, clearing the way for his 1st Division comrades to take Omaha Beach's Fox Green sector on D-Day.
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Curator's Pick: Items From the Front Lines
Hear about four unique items from our Collection that saw action.
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Midway Before and After
The modern history of Midway atoll includes its commercial uses and post-war reversion of a natural state resulting in its designation as a National Wildlife Refuge.
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Louisiana Spotlight: Landing Craft Mechanized, the "Other" Higgins Boat at D-Day
On D-Day, Higgins boats landed thousands of GIs on French shores. Often overlooked in comparison to the LCVP is its "big brother"—the Landing Craft Mechanized.
Past Events
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"Expressions of America"
12/31/2023 | 5:30 PM - 6:00 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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SOLD OUT! Wartime Piano Happy Hour (NYE Special)
12/31/2023 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMHead to the Patriot Circle Lounge at the Higgins Hotel for a live instrumental showcase of wartime piano music.
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SOLD OUT! New Year's Eve 2023
12/31/2023 | 9:00 PM - 1:00 AMRing in 2024 with a four-course dinner, the unrivaled sounds of the Victory Swing Orchestra, and a celebratory Champagne toast at midnight.
