The National World War II Museum is a national treasure Dedicated in 2000 as The National D-Day Museum and now designated by Congress as the country's official World War II Museum, this remarkable attraction illuminates the American experience during the WWII era with moving personal stories, historic artifacts and powerful interactive displays. From the Normandy invasion to the sands of Pacific Islands and the Home Front, the Museum brings to life the teamwork, optimism, courage and sacrifice of the men and women who won the war and changed the world. The Museum is an incomparable experience for all generations and not to be missed on any visit to New Orleans. Come learn with your mind and your heart that freedom isn't free. Meet living American heroes--our WWII veteran volunteers. Celebrate the American Spirit at the National World War II Museum.     EDUCATION & FAMILY - 2008 High School Essay Contest Winners Announced - 2008 Middle School Art Contest Winners Announced   Hollywood & World War II When the War Department needed Hollywood, Hollywood said “Action!” While motion pictures dramatized the war effort, the war was changing Hollywood.

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