Decade after Defeat: Japan, 1945-1955
One of the country's leading authorities on post-1945 Japan joins an Institute historian to discuss this crucial time in Japanese history.
One of the country's leading authorities on post-1945 Japan joins an Institute historian to discuss this crucial time in Japanese history.
The Museum is deeply saddened by the loss of WWII veteran and Trustee Emeritus Richard “Dick” Duchossois, who served in five European campaigns, earning two Bronze Stars, a Purple Heart, and the French Legion of Honor.
The National WWII Museum pays tribute to decorated combat pilot and Silver Service Medallion recipient Charles E. McGee, who passed away on January 16, 2022.
The 102nd Cavalry was a New Jersey Army National Guard unit that was activated and mechanized just prior to America’s entry into World War II.
Lawrence Brooks, who was the oldest known living US veteran, passed away January 5, 2022, at age 112. Please read below to learn more about his incredible life and legacy, as well as to stream his memorial service live from The National WWII Museum on January 15.
Join The National WWII Museum for a screening of the 2018 thriller Operation Finale, followed by a live recording of the Museum’s film podcast Service on Celluloid.
The Victory Belles bring to life the songs that inspired the Allies to victory during World War II.
The story about the man, the myth, the legend—New Orleans boatbuilder Andrew Higgins.