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Joe Medicine Crow 103rd Infantry Division
Before he left to go overseas Joe was told by his grandfather White Man Runs Him that he must perform four war deeds in order to become a war chief.
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Medical Innovations: Polio
Before he took office and faced the challenges of the Great Depression and World War II, FDR faced the challenge of Polio. This disease was sometimes deadly and always feared in the US during the first half of the twentieth century. Part of FDR's legacy is the Polio vaccine, released in 1955.
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Blasting the Way to the Beachhead: US Navy Underwater Demolition Teams in the Pacific
The men of the Underwater Demolition Teams in the Pacific were born out of the necessity of the moment in World War II, and blasted their way from one island to another to help achieve American victory over Japan.
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Best of WWII Public Programs: Veterans
A sampling of some of the Museum's most poignant programs featuring WWII veterans, civilians, and Holocaust survivors.
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George Sakato 442nd Regimental Combat Team
In this oral history clip, Sakato describes the actions he performed from which he was awarded the Medal of Honor.
Past Events
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Soldier in Art: Arthur Szyk and Art in Your Classroom
02/07/2023 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PMDesigned for K–12 educators, this webinar dives into the life and work of artist Arthur Szyk and examines ways to incorporate his art into your classroom.
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"Expressions of America"
02/05/2023 | 6:00 PM - 8:30 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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"Fly"
02/05/2023 | 2:00 PM - 3:45 PMFly tells the story of four African American Tuskegee Airmen and their fight on two fronts to achieve Double Victory during World War II.
