Before the United States officially entered World War I, a small group of dedicated American volunteers in France formed the American Ambulance Field Service. These young men used donated cars, and their own courage, to drive wounded soldiers from the frontline first aid stations to hospitals. Operating under dangerous conditions, they risked their lives to save others while building a reputation for bravery and selflessness.![]()
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This American Heritage Museum video feature takes a closer look at the origins and impact of the American Ambulance Field Service. From their beginnings in France to the fundraising efforts back home, their story is one of compassion, sacrifice, and service during one of history’s deadliest conflicts.
Unsung Heroes: The Little-know Story of The American Ambulance Field Service
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Before the United States officially entered World War I, a small group of dedicated American volunteers in France formed the American Ambulance Field Service...
A great restoration update on the American Heritage Museum Fairchild PT-19 Recruit that served as a training aircraft for the Tuskegee Airmen from Vintage Aviation News -
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The American Heritage Museum is restoring one of only two surviving Fairchild PT-19A trainers used by the Tuskegee Airmen. Delivered new to Moton Field in 1944, the aircraft is undergoing a full facto...
Enter to Win a WWII Jeep AND a Jerry Can Mini Bar at: ahmus.me/jerrycanfb - Cruise down the "Road to Victory" and help support the American Heritage Museum! Enter to win our grand prize, a 1944 Ford GPW Jeep, and through September 30th, you'll ALSO be entered to win a custom WWII-style Jerry Can Mini Bar! Click the link above and you'll also get 20% more in bonus entries too! Do it now before it drives away!
Here is this week’s challenge for “What is it Wednesday?” - What is it?! ![]()
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Thanks to everyone who played last week… The answer for August 27th is the tailhook on our F6F-3N Hellcat… see the previous post for the full details!![]()
Good luck on this week’s challenge! ![]()
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The answer to the “What is it? Wednesday” question from August 27th is the tailhook on our F6F-3N Hellcat! Tailhooks like these are used to quickly slow down carrier based airplanes by hooking onto an arrester wire on the deck of their ship!![]()
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Stay tuned for the next “What is it? Wednesday” question tomorrow, September 3rd at 10:00 am EST!![]()
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Speaker Series: Unearthing the Stories of Union Soldier Brothers: A Personal Tour of the American Civil War
June 21 @ 1:00 pm, ending 2:30 pm
Free with standard museum admission
On a sunny July afternoon, Ryan Curley stumbled across the grave of a 24-year-old Union soldier in Marshfield, Massachusetts, just up the street from his childhood home. That moment sparked a deep dive into historical rabbit holes that ultimately lead to a pair of long-forgotten Civil War letters, written from the front lines by brothers-in-law Lucius Carver and Allyne Litchfield, ages 24 and 26.
This talk will introduce what the team has taken to calling the Carver Litchfield Project: a historically accurate storytelling initiative centered on the wartime letters of these two Union soldier brothers. Their writings capture firsthand experiences of major battles, including action with the famed Michigan Cavalry during engagements like Gettysburg and the Shenandoah Valley campaigns. The letters also recount personal interactions with General Custer, admiration for President Lincoln, frustrations with the chain of command, and the heartbreak of war.
Since that discovery, a small team of young historians have worked to bring their story back to life with accuracy, emotion, and accessibility. Attendees will learn how these primary sources offer a vivid and often surprising window into the Civil War while exploring broader themes like brotherhood, leadership, national division, and what it means to be American. The presentation will also highlight how the team has combined traditional research with enhanced visuals and educational storytelling to better connect the past with the present.
Bonus: Free E-Book Access
Interested attendees will have the opportunity to download a free e-book prior to the event, featuring select transcribed letters from the collection. Check back for link as we get closer to event.
Speaker Bio:
Ryan Curley is the founder of the Carver Litchfield Project and the one who uncovered the story during a walk through a cemetery near his childhood home in Marshfield, Massachusetts. He has a background in entrepreneurship and marketing, which he uses to make history accessible and emotionally engaging for modern audiences.
He collaborates closely with Sydney Lagace, founder of Lakes Region Curation, a historical research and curation firm. Sydney leads a team of talented young historians and transcribers who are dedicated to preserving and bringing to life first hand stories from American history. For more information on Sydney’s company click here.
