Edward Woods describes shipping out of New York Harbor aboard the oil Tanker SS Brandy Station.

Hear about four unique items from our Collection that saw action.

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.

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.

Hear about Don Hoff’s experiences in the Battle of Midway as a radioman and gunner flying in SBD Dauntless dive-bombers.

The swing youth in Nazi Germany were teenagers whose love for jazz and affinity for British and American pop culture stood in stark contrast to German nationalism, uniformity, and military regulation.

In his oral history interview with the Museum, Frank Pomroy of the 1st Marine Division recalls action on Guadalcanal.

A description of how the Monuments Men came into existence, and how two of its members were among the first officers sent to the front lines. A story of how one of the largest repositories of art stolen by the Nazis was found.

Rosemary Elfer describes working for Higgins Industries on a crew with three other “Rosies” making ailerons for aircraft wings.

As The National WWII Museum celebrates year 20, we look back at some collection highlights.

Medal of Honor recipient 1st Lt. Vernon Baker discusses the details of the valorous action that earned him this recognition.

Landing thousands of men and vehicles over a beach requires coordination and organization. On Omaha Beach, Louisiana native Frank H. Walk kept men and equipment moving and organized.