The answer to the “What is it? Wednesday” question from September 3rd is the gunners sight opening in the mantlet of our IS-2! Notice the crude torch cut on the side of the gun mantlet. This is indicative of WWII era Soviet manufacturing. ![]()
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Stay tuned for the next “What is it? Wednesday” question tomorrow, September 9th at 10:00 am EST!![]()
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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. 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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Gift Certificates for Tank Driving or Tank Rides or Gift Memberships to the American Heritage Museum!
Give the gift of TANKS with the American Heritage Museum! The history lover in your life will never forget the gift of an annual membership to the American Heritage Museum or a gift certificate for a thrilling ride or driving experience on one of our World War II tanks: the M4 Sherman, M24 Chaffee, or the M36 Jackson!
All of these make an amazing gift for a loved one and help to support the restorations and growth of the American Heritage Museum featuring the Jacques M. Littlefield Collection of Tanks and Military Vehicles and our growing historic aircraft collection.
Gift Annual Memberships to the American Heritage Museum
Gift memberships make a great gift for individuals, couples, and families! Enjoy a full year of free admission to the American Heritage Museum and most special event weekends, discounts in our Gift Shop, and other great benefits exclusively offered to members. Memberships are available for Students (under 18), Individuals, Dual (two persons), and Families (two adults and all children in household).
If you are giving a membership as a gift, make sure and check the “This membership is a gift” box when you purchase online and whether it should be sent directly to the recipient or to you, the giver, for later in-person giving!
Click here to purchase an American Heritage Museum Membership online.
Tank Experience Gift Certificates
When you order a Gift Certificate for the driving and riding experiences below, you’ll be sent a presentation certificate and booking instructions for scheduling your experience (by mail for M4 & M24 programs, by email for M36 programs). We will be offering driving and riding experiences most weekends through the Spring, Summer, and Fall, so there is plenty of time to enjoy these awesome experiences next year!
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