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The Belle of the Third Reich: Eva Braun
She knew all the levels of power in the complicated structure of the Third Reich: whom to flatter, whom to freeze out, and especially, whom to recommend to her paramour.
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The correspondence between Lenny and Diana Miller captures the trials and triumphs of a couple separated by war, but determined to defeat fascism.
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Operation Cornflakes
Seventy five years ago, the Allies launched a covert operation targeting Nazi Germany’s mail.
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Brigadier General Charles McGee
Charles McGee was an African American pilot in the 332nd Fighter Group. Deployed to Italy in 1944, McGee saw action both escorting heavy bombers on missions to Europe, and engaging enemy fighter aircraft.
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Siren of the Resistance: The Artistry and Espionage of Josephine Baker
Iconic entertainer of the Jazz Age, famous for her risqué performances, Josephine Baker responded to the start of World War II by becoming a spy for the French Resistance. Known as the “Creole Goddess” of France, Baker used her celebrity to gain access to high-ranking Axis officials.
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African Americans Fought for Freedom at Home and Abroad during World War II
In the face of racism and segregation, Black men and women served in every branch of the armed services during World War II.
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Captain Roscoe Brown
Dr. Roscoe Brown served in the US Army Air Forces as a fighter pilot in the 100th Fighter Squadron, 332nd Fighter Group, 15th Air Force. Brown recounts some of his exploits in the skies over Europe, including a duel with a German Me 262 jet fighter.
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Museum Acquires Item Related to the First African American Unit in Normandy
Museum adds rare barrage balloon equipment to Collection.
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The Sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff
A night of horror, and the worst maritime disaster of all time.
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Love Ray and Daddy: The Toohey Family Letter Collection
One family's WWII story as told through correspondence written to a young wife and mother.