German (Prussian) Officer's Overcoat

Recently added to the Museum and Memorial's collection, this German officer's overcoat (called a paletot) is a light gray overcoat made of fine wool that was worn by a Hauptmann (Captain) of the 21st...

Zimmermann Telegram

On March 1, 1917, the American public learned about a German proposal to ally with Mexico if the United States entered the war.

SECRET - List of Coded Words

The military has used codes and ciphers for years, but the use and complexity of codes skyrocketed during World War I. Whether sent by telegraph, signal lights, messenger dog, carrier pigeon or early...

Ruses and Snares

Training Circular No. 21 “Ruses and Snares of the Enemy when Retreating” was used by the 77th Division at Camp Upton in early 1918 to train soldiers before going to France.

Museum Gala
Saturday, Sept. 17

Night at the Tower

Tickets now available for our annual gala. Celebrate a night like no other – all to raise funds for the preservation of this national treasure in our backyard. The Museum and Memorial will be closing early at 2 p.m. for this event!
Online Event
Monday, Feb. 28, 7 p.m.

WWI Changed Us: Russia's Civil War

As the workers of the Russian Empire’s cities and farms revolted against the Romanov monarchy in WWI, they began a struggle that engulfed the land of the Tsars and spread around the world.
Members-only Event
Thursday, Feb. 24, 5:30 p.m.

Museum Insider: Explore Snapshots

Members, enjoy a gallery talk with Museum staff and get a behind-the-scenes look at the design, images and interpretation of the special exhibition Snapshots.
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