The story of D-Day and the Allied invasion of Normandy have been at the heart of this Museum since we first opened our doors on June 6, 2000, and while our mission has expanded to cover the entire American experience in World War II, we still hold our Normandy travel programs in special regard—and consider them the very best in the market.
The Liberation of Auschwitz - The National WWII Museum
The day after liberation, the Extraordinary Soviet State Commission for the Investigation of the Crimes of the German-Fascist Aggressors began their investigation into the crimes committed at Auschwitz.
Iwo Jima: Sacrifice and Sanctuary - The National WWII Museum
The same day Suribachi fell, Schmidt started his offensive north and committed his Corps reserve, bringing the 3rd Marine Division ashore. On D+5, V Corps moved toward the Motoyama Plateau, with all three divisions abreast—the 5th on the left, 3rd in the center as the main effort, and 4th on the right.
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The National WWII Museum in New Orleans tells the story of the American Experience in the war that changed the world - why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means today.
The Origins of International Holocaust Remembrance Day
The commemorations on January 27 remind us that the Holocaust was the result of step-by-step decisions by individuals that led to the largest genocide in the history of mankind in a wave of antisemitism, intolerance, and hatred.
The 75th Anniversary of D-Day Electronic Field Trip is presented by The Cain Foundation in Honor of the Men of the 30th Infantry Division and all WWII Veterans, with additional support provided by The Lupo Family Fund and The Dale E. and Janice Johnston Family Foundation in honor of Dr. Earle Richard Davis and his WWII service on the USS ...
Stephen Ambrose - The National WWII Museum | New Orleans
Stephen Ambrose, (1936-2002) PhD, inspired and guided the early development of The National D-Day Museum with his close friend, Gordon H. “Nick” Mueller, PhD, a colleague in the History Department at the University of New Orleans and Vice Chancellor of the University. Ambrose’s role as founder of the institution that would later become The National WWII Museum was …
July 4, 1946: The Philippines Gained Independence from the …
Top Image: Commemorative stamps celebrating Independence Day from the collection of Dr. Ricardo T. Jose. The 4th of July used to be considered an important national holiday in the Philippines. Not because it was the United States’ birthday, but because it was Philippine Independence Day in 1946. Seventy five years ago, the Philippines was recognized as an …
Rosie! - The National WWII Museum | New Orleans
Raise a glass to celebrate the incredible stories of Rosie the Riveter and Wendy the Welder during BB's Stage Door Canteen's newest original show.
The Airborne Invasion of Normandy - The National WWII Museum
The plan for the invasion of Normandy was unprecedented in scale and complexity. It called for American, British, and Canadian divisions to land on five beaches spanning roughly 60 miles. Planners determined that the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions were needed to seize key towns and intersections at the base of the Cotentin Peninsula and secure the four causeways leading …