New Orleans National WWII Museum

Museum Highlights:

	Only museum in the country covering all invasions of World War II
	See the museum that stands as our country's tribute to the men and women who made the invasions successful
	Exhibit galleries containing artifacts and text panels
	Hear personal accounts of veterans and others who supported the war

From an overview of World War II's economic and political roots, to the build-up and military mobilization of Allied Forces in the 17 D-Days around the world, the 70,500-square-foot Museum presents a collection of personal stories, preserves important materials for research and scholarship, and inspires future generations to learn lessons such as teamwork, the value of democracy, and unsung bravery.

The National World War II Museum opened its doors on the 56th anniversary of the Normandy invasion that liberated Europe. It is located in New Orleans, Louisiana because it was here that Andrew Higgins built the landing craft used in the amphibious invasions; the landing craft which President Eisenhower believed won the war for the Allies. The Museum stands as our country's tribute to the men and women who made the invasions in Europe, Africa, and the Pacific theaters successful. It presents their stories to an international audience, preserves material for research and scholarship, and inspires future generations to apply the lessons learned from the most complex military operation ever staged.

The National World War II Museum's exhibits encompass the June 6, 1944 invasion of Normandy, the Home Front during WWII, and the D-Day Invasions in the Pacific. Exhibit galleries incorporate text panels, artifacts, and Personal Account stations in which visitors may listen to the stories of WWII veterans and others who supported the war effort.