Military Service and the Draft Post-World War II
World War II shaped conversations on the future of service including universal military training and conscription.
World War II shaped conversations on the future of service including universal military training and conscription.
Arthur and Estelle Ishigo navigated post-WWII life in California as an interracial couple after leaving the Heart Mountain “Relocation Center.”
Jazz in the late 1940s moved away from big band jazz and morphed into a new expressive form that reflected social developments and postwar realities.
Just when you thought that most of the stories of the legendary all-black female military unit from World War II had been told, along comes the recent discovery that 14 of the 855 women from the “Six Triple Eight” have a final resting place at America’s most hallowed grounds, Arlington National Cemetery.
American jurists in occupied Germany developed international law with the concept of crimes against humanity, then grappled with its meaning.
Available 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.
Spark your child's love of history with our WWII-themed storytime experience.
The American Spirit Awards celebrates individuals and organizations whose work reflects the values and spirit of those who served our country during the World War II years.