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.

1919: Peace?

The Armistice on Nov. 11, 1918 ended fighting on the Western Front, but the war—nor its lasting effects—did not end even with the signing of the Treaty of Paris at Versailles on June 28, 1919.

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