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As the newest permanent exhibit at the museum, the Arsenal of Democracy plays an important role in the museum’s storytelling. Through the multimedia displays and first-hand accounts, the exhibit aims to humanize the soldiers and allow visitors to relate to and connect with people who lived in 1940s America.

This display examines the cultural differences, logistics, and challenges of the American war against Japanese forces during World War II. The artifacts and short films showcased at this exhibit tell the stories of American GIs in a foreign land who forged a road to Tokyo.

Follow the war through the countries of Europe. Listen to personal stories that paint a picture of the struggles in Germany, the campaigns against Axis powers and more. The galleries highlight battles in Italy, North Africa, Germany, and the Mediterranean.

This is the oldest exhibit at the museum and tells the riveting story of D-Day from beginning to end. Learn about the planning by the Allied forces beforehand. See artifacts and belongings of D-Day soldiers from that fateful day in 1944.

Peruse the profiles of merchant mariners who risked their lives transporting weapons, troops, and supplies during World War II.

Stand beside ground-level macro artifacts to view iconic WWII airplanes— or brave sky-high catwalks for an up-close look. Exhibits describe the history and production of war machines and honor service in every branch of the military.

Get an up-close view at some of the Museum's extensive collection of macro-artifacts, and learn how STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) helped solve some of World War II's toughest problems.