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Here is this week’s challenge for “What is it Wednesday?” - What is it?! 🤔 Thanks to everyone who played last week… The answer for October 1st is a spool of tracks for the M4 Sherman… see the previous post for the full details!Good luck on this week’s challenge! #americanheritagemuseum #historymuseum #visitma ... See MoreSee Less
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Do you know a WWII veteran who would like to join the Veteran's Roundtable during this weekend's WWII re-enactment? Email Hunter Chaney at hchaney@collingsfoundation.org ... See MoreSee Less
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The answer to the “What is it? Wednesday” question from October 1st is the roll of track in our "Arsenal of Democracy" exhibit! These tracks go to the American M4 Sherman. This roll is made up of about 70 track blocks, and 140 end connectors, weighing in at a staggering 2,400 lbs. (1088.6 kg)!Stay tuned for the next “What is it? Wednesday” question tomorrow, October 8th at 10:00 am EST!#americanheritagemuseum #whatisitwednesday ... See MoreSee Less
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Starting to pull out some armor and aircraft for this weekend's Battle for the Airfield WWII re-enactment. The famous L4 "Rosie The Rocketer" will be participating. For more information on the re-enactment and WWII Veterans Roundtable see: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/wwii-re-enactment-battle-for-the-airfield-october-2025/ ... See MoreSee Less
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REMINDER: The American Heritage Museum is a private, non-profit museum, not part of the gov't shutdown. Open Wed-Sun, 10am to 5pm. ... See MoreSee Less
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AHM Presentation: History of the Abrams Tank

February 25, 2023 @ 2:00 pm, ending 3:30 pm

$10 – $20

The M1 Abrams is a third-generation American main battle tank designed by Chrysler Defense and named for General Creighton Abrams. Conceived for modern armored ground warfare and now one of the heaviest tanks in service at nearly 68 tons, it introduced several innovative features, including a multifuel turbine engine, sophisticated Chobham composite armor, a computer fire control system, separate ammunition storage in a blow-out compartment, and NBC protection for crew safety. The M1 Abrams entered service in 1980 and currently serves as the main battle tank of the United States Army and formerly the Marine Corps.

Mike Manougian, a volunteer docent at the American Heritage Museum, has recent experience in the US Army and as an Abrams tank company commander. He will discuss the history of the Abrams tank, its capabilities, tactical employment, and lessons learned from recent wars. Mike will also talk about his own experience as Commander of a tank company.

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Date:
February 25, 2023
Time:
2:00 pm, ending 3:30 pm
Cost:
$10 – $20
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EVENT TICKETS ONLY FOR SATURDAY & SUNDAY - No General Admissions available this weekend during Battle for the Airfield WWII Re-Enactment Weekend special event.

There will be no General Admissions tickets available on Saturday, October 11th and Sunday, October 12th during the Battle for the Airfield WWII Re-Enactment Weekend - all visitors on Saturday and Sunday must purchase event tickets for access to the American Heritage Museum. $40 Adults | $35 Seniors/Veterans | $25 Children 3 to 16 years old.