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The Museum & Library is proud to continue guiding the general public through their exploration of military history, military affairs, and national security in greater detail thanks to the Pritzker Military Museum & Library blog. Here, the Museum & Library posts longer form content covering a wide array of events, topics, people, and moments in history. Blog posts are written by staff members of the Museum & Library, partners and friends, as well as authors that take part in or contribute towards programming. Keep the conversation alive by interacting in the comment section of each post!
The Biden-Putin Summit: An Unequal BurdenA blog post from the Pritzker Military Foundation’s first Pritzker Military Fellow, Retired Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman.
Marking the 77th Anniversary of D-DayHonoring the 77th Anniversary of D-Day, on June 6th, 2021.
Pride Month 2021This June, we celebrate and honor the achievements of the LGBTQ+ members of the Armed Forces.
The 140th Anniversary of the American Red CrossMarking the 140th Anniversary of the American Red Cross on May 21.
The Battle of Puebla, May 5, 1862 and Cinco de MayoGeneral Ignacio Zaragoza, the Battle of Puebla, and the history of Cinco De Mayo
A Chance Meeting with a POW in ChicagoA connection between a father and a Gunskirchen Concentration Camp POW.
War and William Shakespeare‘Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more;
Or close the wall up with our English dead.’- Henry V
Rare Book: Baron von Steuben's "Regulations for the order and discipline of the troops of the United States, Part I"How Baron von Steuben's Regulations for the order and discipline of the troops of the United States, Part I, formalized U.S. Army training and was in use from 1779 to the War of 1812.
"Our boys Want books”: Camp Libraries during the Great WarHow did the American Library Association (ALA) support the troops during World War I?
The Faltering Sinews of DemocracyOn March 5, 1946, Winston Churchill outlined his vision of the essentials for a lasting global peace and mutual security after the horrors of World War II.
Women's History Month: Women in Military HistoryWomen's History Month begins March 1, 2021.
Weather in Military HistoryDid you know that weather plays an important role in military history and affairs?
Celebrating love during times of struggle - Valentine's Day 2021Happy Valentine’s Day from the Pritzker Military Museum & Library!
Pritzker Military Museum & Library Honors Black Veterans for Black History MonthHonoring Black History Month through the archives and books of the Pritzker Military Museum & Library
This Week in Military History: The Christmas TruceIn this week in military history, we explore the famous Christmas Truce of 1914 when the sounds of war faded across the Western Front, albeit briefly, and a moment of goodwill was shared during World War I.
The American Krag: Obsolete at BirthLearn more about the history of the Krag-Jorgensen rifle.
Happy 245th Birthday to the United States Marine Corps!Happy 245th birthday to the United States Marine Corps! The Pritzker Military Museum & Library takes pride in collecting, preserving, and sharing the stories of the Marines who have served our nation since its colonial beginning.
Celebrating the Museum & Library At the 2020 Liberty GalaThe Museum & Library's 2020 virtual Liberty Gala took place on Oct 21, 2020 where Senator Bob Dole received the inaugural Citizen Soldier Award.
The Bridge on the River Kwai: Understanding the Burma-Thailand Railway POW ExperienceDr. Havers examines the experience of prisoners of the Japanese during WWII as portrayed in the movie The Bridge On the River Kwai.
