In the bloodiest battle in Marine Corps history, 27 Marines and sailors were awarded the Medal of Honor for action on Iwo Jima. No other campaign surpassed that number.
C.L.R. James (1901-1989) called for mass resistance to Mussolini’s invasion of Ethiopia in 1935.
Edward Carter was one of seven African Americans who had their earlier awards upgraded to the Medal of Honor on January 13, 1997. Like all but one of the veterans, he did not live to see this honor.
After four years of cancelled celebrations, Mardi Gras returned in 1946. For the veteran flambeaux carriers—a dangerous and physically taxing job—the need for better wages resulted in a historic strike that caused “a post-war rude awakening.”
USS Mason was the first US Navy fleet vessel crewed by a majority of African American sailors.
The National WWII Museum invites middle and high school educators to join us for an exciting professional development opportunity.
The delightful Victory Belles trio perform the popular and patriotic music of the 1940s in rich, three-part harmony.
Join us for Veterans Day at The National WWII Museum as we commemorate those who have selflessly served our country and whose sacrifices we must never forget.