Today and every day, we are grateful for those who have been called to the service of our nation—past and present—and for the families who stand beside them.![]()
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From all of us at the American Heritage Museum in Hudson, MA, we wish you a warm, meaningful, and peaceful Thanksgiving. May we always remember the bravery, sacrifice, and steadfast devotion that safeguard the freedoms we gather to enjoy.
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Eighty years after the greatest homecoming in American history, the stories of our soldiers, sailors, airmen, and their families live on at the American Heritage Museum. Every field trip, every veteran visit, every living-history weekend helps a new generation understand that freedom has a real weight—and a real cost.![]()
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We’ll never forget their bravery – donate now to preserve their memory.![]()
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Here is this week’s challenge for “What is it Wednesday?”! For an extra challenge, this photo is in black and white! - What is it?! 🤔![]()
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Thanks to everyone who played last week… The answer for November 19th is the muzzle break on our Pak 97/38… see the previous post for the full details!![]()
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The answer to the “What is it? Wednesday” question from November 19th is the inside of the muzzle break on our German Pak 97/38! Interestingly, this 75mm cannon is actually a French design, mounted to a German 50mm cannon chassis! ![]()
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Stay tuned for the next “What is it? Wednesday” question tomorrow, November 26th at 10:00 am EST!![]()
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Let's Learn About the British Mk.II Bomb Thrower!![]()
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Speaker Series: D-Day and the Angels of Mercy
June 1, 2024 @ 2:00 pm, ending 3:30 pm
Free with standard museum admission
Angels of Mercy is the story of D-Day and a particular sub story of two brave combat medics who saved dozens of lives with fighting all around them. It also tells the story of Dr. Hirsh’s personal family connection to D-Day and why Operation Overlord means so much to him.
About the speaker:
Michael Hirsh, MD, FACS, FAAP is a native New Yorker who is a Professor of Surgery and Pediatrics at the UMass Medical School and served as Surgeon-in-Chief of the UMass Memorial Children’s Medical Center in Worcester, Ma. from 2009-2019. He was Division Chief of Pediatric Surgery and Associate Surgical Director of the Trauma Center and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. He continues to serve as the Pediatric Trauma Director and Co-Director of the Injury Free Coalition (IFC) of Worcester. He is Past President of the IFC National from 2009-2011. He formerly served as Principal Investigator of Injury Free Pittsburgh from 1993-2000.
Dr. Michael Hirsh is a distinguished figure in the medical community, renowned for his expertise in pediatric trauma and injury prevention. Serving as a pivotal member of the healthcare team at UMass Memorial Hospital, Dr. Hirsh has dedicated his career to advancing the field of pediatric medicine through his tireless commitment to patient care, research, and education. With a profound emphasis on community outreach and advocacy, he has championed initiatives aimed at safeguarding children from preventable injuries and enhancing overall well-being. Dr. Hirsh’s innovative contributions have not only revolutionized pediatric trauma care but have also inspired countless medical professionals and caregivers worldwide.
