In the 1930s and 1940s, as America faced the Great Depression and World War II, photography emerged as a powerful tool for documenting the struggles and resilience of everyday people. Through the...
Category - World War II
The Story of Black Rosies and Their Pioneering Role in WWII
Explore the forgotten stories of Black Rosies in WWII and their significant contributions to the war effort, reshaping societal norms.
The Making of a Spy
Uncover the untold story of Virginia Hall: a remarkable woman who defied societal norms to become a legendary World War II spy.
761st Tank Battalion: The Black Panthers
Join me today as we learn about the famous 761st Tank Battalion. It was an American tank battalion… raised during World War II and made up almost exclusively of African-American soldiers.
How to Research World War II History
There are a great many ways to discover what a relative did during WWII. Here are some of the best ways to Start Studying World War II History.
The Contribution of British Women in WWII
It was a war in which huge numbers of women were conscripted to work in industries which had previously been the sole domain of men.
Spitfire: The Tiger of the Skies
The Supermarine Spitfire was the iconic British aircraft of the Second World War and perhaps the most famous aircraft of the entire war of any of the participating nations.
The Amazing Story of Horace Greasley
In WWII, one young soldier named Horace Greasley braved a barrage of Nazi soldiers most every night to break out of his prisoner of war camp to meet up with the woman he loved. Each night, he would...
The History of the Ghost Army
Do you know the tale of the Ghost Army of WWII? It's a fascinating story that is just coming to light. Their tale shows what a difference an artist can make.
WWII Japanese American Internment and Relocation Records in the National Archives
Do you have Japanese American ancestry? If so, learn more about Japanese internment during WWII, and records concerning the real people involved.