The H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation and the Houston Family Foundation present Army Aviation: Helicopter Warfare from Vietnam to Today presented by veteran pilot Lew Jennings. Both Army Aviation and the helicopter came of age during the conflict in Southeast Asia. From the arrival in Vietnam of the first Army helicopter units in December … Dowiedz się więcej
In the early spring of 1942, the fatigued and despondent citizens of Paris, the City of Lights, did not see much light on the horizon to brighten their days or their futures. The sidewalk cafés were crowded with German officers and soldiers, the theaters smelled of German tobacco, and the grand avenues and boulevards were … Dowiedz się więcej
Back, by popular demand !!! You may have seen the movie „Gravity” or watched the recent spacewalk to repair the International Space Station, but have you ever wondered about how much protection real space suits provide? Pack up the kids and come out on Sunday February 23rd at 2 pm for a chance to hear … Dowiedz się więcej
Over the past seven years of researching aviation stories on the web, I have kept a folder on my laptop dedicated to images of Second World War aircraft that had been captured and had suffered the indignity of being painted in the national makings of the enemy they were designed to fight and vanquish–like a … Dowiedz się więcej
Christina Olds visits the Museum to share stories about her legendary father, Robin Olds. A WWII and Vietnam fighter ace, Robin Olds was renowned for his leadership in and out of the cockpit. Christina’s book captures the essence of the man, the pilot, and the hero. Christina Olds spent her early years moving around the … Dowiedz się więcej
Jerry Sweeney and Dr. Isaac Eliachar will discuss the progression of the massive air war that took place in the skies over western Europe during WWII. With each side committing their most advanced technology to the fight, this truly epic duel played a huge role in determining the eventual outcome of the war. Learn how … Dowiedz się więcej