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This spring, The National WWII Museum in New Orleans continues to tell the story of the American experience in World War II with new exhibitions, behind-the-scenes tours, a new show from the Victory Belles, and more! Click the link in our bio to see what we're most excited about.

Along the Mississippi River, the arrival of tall ships from around the world offers a rare chance to step aboard working vessels and experience maritime history up close. Continue your journey with a visit to The National WWII Museum, where stories of service and sacrifice bring the past into sharper focus. Plus, as a Blue Star Museum, we're offering servicemembers and military families free admission now through Labor Day. Learn more at the link in bio.

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Along the Mississippi River, the arrival of tall ships from around the world offers a rare chance to step aboard working vessels and experience maritime history up close. Continue your journey with a visit to The National WWII Museum, where stories of service and sacrifice bring the past into sharper focus. Plus, as a Blue Star Museum, we're offering servicemembers and military families free admission now through Labor Day. Learn more at the link in bio.

Image courtesy of @neworleansandco

On September 1, 1939, German forces launched a deliberate and unprovoked attack on Poland, opening fire at Westerplatte and marking the beginning of World War II. From the start, this was to be a different kind of war—one not only of conquest but also of annihilation, driven by Hitler’s vision of expansion and “living space” for Germany. Learn more at the link in bio.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in person and online to commemorate Memorial Day. We were honored to welcome WWII veterans Edward Tresch and Ira Milan, along with Gold Star Family member Terry Savage, who gave a moving tribute to her son Brian "Alex" Vaughn, a combat medic killed during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Missed the event? Head to our YouTube page at the link in bio to watch the recorded livestream.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in person and online to commemorate Memorial Day. We were honored to welcome WWII veterans Edward Tresch and Ira Milan, along with Gold Star Family member Terry Savage, who gave a moving tribute to her son Brian "Alex" Vaughn, a combat medic killed during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Missed the event? Head to our YouTube page at the link in bio to watch the recorded livestream.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in person and online to commemorate Memorial Day. We were honored to welcome WWII veterans Edward Tresch and Ira Milan, along with Gold Star Family member Terry Savage, who gave a moving tribute to her son Brian "Alex" Vaughn, a combat medic killed during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Missed the event? Head to our YouTube page at the link in bio to watch the recorded livestream.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in person and online to commemorate Memorial Day. We were honored to welcome WWII veterans Edward Tresch and Ira Milan, along with Gold Star Family member Terry Savage, who gave a moving tribute to her son Brian "Alex" Vaughn, a combat medic killed during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Missed the event? Head to our YouTube page at the link in bio to watch the recorded livestream.

WWII veteran Charles Brooking visited his museum last week from Wapwallopen, Pennsylvania. Brooking joined the US Navy in January 1945 and served as a .50-caliber machine gunner on PT boats in the Pacific, where he saw action at Guadalcanal and the Philippines. Brooking assisted in shooting Japanese kamikaze planes down before they hit US ships. By August 1946, Brooking returned home to the states and was discharged from active duty as a Gunner's Mate Second Class, remaining a part of the Naval Reserve until 1954. Thank you for your service, Mr. Brooking!

In this image from our Digital Collections taken May 27, 1944, German soldiers raise their hands in surrender to US troops in Cisterna, Italy.

In the skies over Bremen, B-17 bomber co-pilot John H. “”Lucky”” Luckadoo experienced intense enemy fire in his most difficult mission of the war. Made in collaboration with the National WWII Museum. #History_Partner

History is proud to partner with Hanks for Our Troops to highlight stories of veterans across the US. For more information visit givehanks.com

Don't miss our incredible lineup of featured speakers at the 19th International Conference on World War II, happening November 19-21 at The National WWII Museum in New Orleans. From renowned historians to compelling authors, this year's program dives deep into the moments and figures that shaped history. Explore the full list of speakers and session topics now at the link in bio. Visit today to start planning your conference experience!

Don't miss our incredible lineup of featured speakers at the 19th International Conference on World War II, happening November 19-21 at The National WWII Museum in New Orleans. From renowned historians to compelling authors, this year's program dives deep into the moments and figures that shaped history. Explore the full list of speakers and session topics now at the link in bio. Visit today to start planning your conference experience!

Don't miss our incredible lineup of featured speakers at the 19th International Conference on World War II, happening November 19-21 at The National WWII Museum in New Orleans. From renowned historians to compelling authors, this year's program dives deep into the moments and figures that shaped history. Explore the full list of speakers and session topics now at the link in bio. Visit today to start planning your conference experience!

Unlock more history with curated companion content for each new episode of 'World War II with Tom Hanks.' This week, explore the dramatic opening chapters of the war—from Hitler’s invasion of Poland and the Blitz over Britain to Operation Barbarossa, the largest military campaign in history. Visit The National WWII Museum’s website at the link in bio to dive deeper with expert insights, firsthand accounts, and educational resources.

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Tune in tonight to The HISTORY Channel's premiere of 'World War II with Tom Hanks'! Told over 20 episodes and narrated by Hanks, the series captures the full arc of the war—from the rise of fascism in Europe to the fall of Berlin, from Pearl Harbor to Hiroshima, and the uneasy peace that follows.

The National WWII Museum was proud to support HISTORY's work on this series through historical research, educational outreach, and archival footage, as well as on-site interviews with WWII veterans that will be featured as part of the network’s “Save Our History” initiative. Learn more at the link in bio.

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who gave their lives serving our country in the US Armed Forces. In this image from our Digital Collections, the 85th Division regiment honors its fallen comrades in a Memorial Day ceremony in Belluno, Italy. 1945.

Join us online or in person today at 11:00 a.m. CT for our annual Memorial Day commemoration, and hear remarks from Gold Star Family member Terry Savage, whose son Brian "Alex" Vaughn was killed during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Tune in at the link in bio.