Twenty years ago today, Marine Sgt. George M. Ulloa Jr. was killed in action while commanding an M1A1 Abrams near Habbaniyah, Iraq on August 3, 2006.![]()
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The training and leadership he provided helped the other members of his crew escape the danger area and survive. Today, their battle-damaged Abrams and the story of their final mission are preserved in the American Heritage Museum’s War on Terror Gallery.![]()
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Please read Sgt. Ulloa’s story and join us in honoring his service, courage, and sacrifice on this solemn anniversary: ahmus.me/ulloa
Meet the German BMW R75!![]()
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A historic victory for an extraordinary aircraft.![]()
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The American Heritage Museum’s PBY-5A Catalina, BuNo 2459, has been named the World War II Grand Champion Warbird at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026. American Aero Services also received the prestigious Golden Wrench Award for its remarkable seven-year restoration.![]()
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Discover the story behind this historic achievement and the dedicated team that returned the world’s highest-scoring anti-submarine aircraft to the sky.![]()
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Read the full story at: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/2026/07/american-heritage-museums-historic-pby-5a-catalina-wins-wo...![]()
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Photos: Al Sauer, Jim Harley, Doug Birkey
America’s Tank Demo Weekend starts today at the American Heritage Museum in Hudson, MA! See our WWII tanks in operation along with our new Cold War Era tanks for their first running display! See the M4 Sherman, M5 Stuart, M24 Chaffee, and M36 Jackson along with the M41 Walker Bulldog, M47 Patton, M60 Main Battle Tank, M88 Recovery Vehicle, and the M60A2. Gates open at 9am and live demos at 11am and 2pm. Lots to see and do - all three museum buildings are open, and speakers in the main museum on tank topics all day. Buy tickets and get info at the link in our bio or at americanheritagemuseum.org. #americanheritagemuseum #visitma #tanks #worldoftanks #hudsonma
If you haven't already had a chance to see our PBY-5A Catalina at EAA AirVenture, there's still time! Come on out and pay us a visit before the show is over!![]()
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Aero Club of New England Evening Icebreaker with Thomas Hudner, III – Son of Korean War MOH Recipient Capt. Tom Hudner, Jr.
January 16, 2025 @ 6:00 pm, ending 8:00 pm
$20
The Aero Club of New England’s (ACONE) IceBreaker events are a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow aviators (and those who just love planes!) while hearing from fascinating speakers. The American Heritage Museum is proud to partner with ACONE on select events throughout the year.
Our next event is Thursday, January 16th at the American Heritage Museum in Hudson, MA. Please join us in this one-of-a-kind setting, to hear a talk by Tom Hudner III, Vice President for Development and Strategic Initiatives at the National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership.
Mr. Hudner is the son of Medal of Honor Recipient, the late Capt. Tom Hudner, Jr. (USN) whose story was featured in the acclaimed book “Devotion” by author Adam Makos and the 2022 motion picture of the same name.
Doors open 6:00PM
Social: 6:00PM – 6:45PM
Presentation with Q&A 6:45PM – 8:00PM
ACONE Members: Free!
American Heritage Museum Members, Guests, and Non-Members: $20 per person
Includes self-guided exploration of museum.
Includes light fare and refreshments.
Register Early! Seats are limited to 100 attendees.
Registration is required.
