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This Museum celebrates over 249 years of Army history & honors our nation’s Soldiers— past, present, and future. (Following, RTS, links ≠ endorsement) #ARMY248

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It's #HydrationDay! For a Soldier, what’s better than a canteen? A canteen with a cup! 🥤 This “nesting cup” is inscribed with battle sites like Oahu & Leyte—marking a #WWII #SoldiersStory. See it in the Global War Gallery: thenmusa.org/exhibit/global… #SoldierStory

It's #HydrationDay! For a Soldier, what’s better than a canteen? A canteen with a cup! 🥤
This “nesting cup” is inscribed with battle sites like Oahu & Leyte—marking a #WWII #SoldiersStory. See it in the Global War Gallery: thenmusa.org/exhibit/global… #SoldierStory
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Fur trader turned general—Erastus B. Tyler moved up the ranks in the #CivilWar, but his bid to stop Stonewall Jackson ended in defeat at Port Republic. Join our free Battle Brief July 1 & 8 to explore the final days of the Valley Campaign: thenmusa.org/public-program…

Fur trader turned general—Erastus B. Tyler moved up the ranks in the #CivilWar, but his bid to stop Stonewall Jackson ended in defeat at Port Republic. 

Join our free Battle Brief July 1 & 8 to explore the final days of the Valley Campaign: thenmusa.org/public-program…
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The #KoreanWar began #OTD in 1950, when North Korea invaded the South. Two days later, President Truman committed U.S. forces under the UN. From 1950–1953, the U.S. Army fought a brutal fight in the first major conflict of the Cold War. Learn more: thenmusa.org/exhibit/cold-w…

The #KoreanWar began #OTD in 1950, when North Korea invaded the South. Two days later, President Truman committed U.S. forces under the UN. From 1950–1953, the <a href="/USArmy/">U.S. Army</a> fought a brutal fight in the first major conflict of the Cold War. Learn more: thenmusa.org/exhibit/cold-w…
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Explore the Lewis & Clark’s expedition west and the journey’s impact on the U.S. Army, the nation and Native Americans. 📅 July 11, 12PM ET (in-person & virtual). Register: thenmusa.org/public-program…

Explore the Lewis &amp; Clark’s expedition west and the journey’s impact on the <a href="/USArmy/">U.S. Army</a>, the nation and Native Americans. 

📅 July 11, 12PM ET (in-person &amp; virtual). Register: thenmusa.org/public-program…
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#DYK the U.S. Army’s 250th Birthday isn’t the only 250-year milestone being celebrated in June? Find out which Army branches turn 250 in this month’s #Army101!

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The U.S. Army Chemical Corps was born #OTD in 1918. #DYK the green dragon & battle-worn tree on their insignia honors their #WWI chemical warfare roots? 🐉🌳 From gas masks to the motto “Elementis Regamus Proelium,” the legacy lives on. Learn more: thenmusa.org/exhibit/nation…

The <a href="/USArmy/">U.S. Army</a> Chemical Corps was born #OTD in 1918. #DYK the green dragon &amp; battle-worn tree on their insignia honors their #WWI chemical warfare roots? 🐉🌳 From gas masks to the motto “Elementis Regamus Proelium,” the legacy lives on. Learn more: thenmusa.org/exhibit/nation…
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See U.S. Army history from a variety of views at the #USArmyMuseum. This #PhotoOftheWeek features a combat photographer on a LCVP "Higgins Boat" in the Global War Gallery #DDay scene: thenmusa.org/exhibit/global… #CameraDay

See <a href="/USArmy/">U.S. Army</a> history from a variety of views at the #USArmyMuseum. 

This #PhotoOftheWeek features a combat photographer on a LCVP "Higgins Boat" in the Global War Gallery #DDay scene: thenmusa.org/exhibit/global… 

#CameraDay
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On #SocialMediaDay, we're highlighting the top four posts from the last 12 months. Thank you for being a valued Museum follower! What makes you press "like?"

On #SocialMediaDay, we're highlighting the top four posts from the last 12 months. Thank you for being a valued Museum follower! What makes you press "like?"
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📚 Keep learning this #summer with FREE U.S. Army history talks from the Museum! 🌄 Tonight 7PM: Virtual #CivilWar Battle Brief on Port Republic 🌎 Tomorrow In-Person/Virtual: Dive into the Army's 1st diplomatic mission Register: thenmusa.org/public-program…

📚 Keep learning this #summer with FREE <a href="/USArmy/">U.S. Army</a> history talks from the Museum!

🌄 Tonight 7PM: Virtual #CivilWar Battle Brief on Port Republic
🌎 Tomorrow In-Person/Virtual: Dive into the Army's 1st diplomatic mission

Register: thenmusa.org/public-program…
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Explore the Lewis & Clark’s expedition west and the journey’s impact on the U.S. Army, the nation and Native Americans. 📅Tomorrow at 12PM ET (in-person & virtual). Register: thenmusa.org/public-program…

Explore the Lewis &amp; Clark’s expedition west and the journey’s impact on the <a href="/USArmy/">U.S. Army</a>, the nation and Native Americans. 

📅Tomorrow at 12PM ET (in-person &amp; virtual). Register: thenmusa.org/public-program…
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The U.S. Army gets a STAMP of approval! U.S. Postal Service has released commemorative stamps honoring #Army250! Read more here: army.mil/article/284690… And continue celebrating #Army250 at America’s Army Museum. Reserve your free tickets today: thenmusa.org/visit.

The <a href="/USArmy/">U.S. Army</a> gets a STAMP of approval! <a href="/USPS/">U.S. Postal Service</a> has released commemorative stamps honoring #Army250! Read more here: army.mil/article/284690…

And continue celebrating #Army250 at America’s Army Museum. Reserve your free tickets today: thenmusa.org/visit.
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Celebrate this Independence Day by visiting the #Museum and experiencing American history through the eyes of the U.S. Army Soldiers who fought for our nation’s freedom. Get your free tickets now: thenmusa.org/visit/

Celebrate this Independence Day by visiting the #Museum and experiencing American history through the eyes of the <a href="/USArmy/">U.S. Army</a> Soldiers who fought for our nation’s freedom. Get your free tickets now: thenmusa.org/visit/
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#OTD 1926, the U.S. Army established the Army Air Corps, evolving from the #WWI-era Air Service. It laid the foundation for modern airpower and then became the @USAirForce in 1947. Learn more Army aviation #SoldierStories: thenmusa.org/exhibit/global… #WorldWarII

#OTD 1926, the <a href="/USArmy/">U.S. Army</a> established the Army Air Corps, evolving from the #WWI-era Air Service. It laid the foundation for modern airpower and then became the @USAirForce in 1947. Learn more Army aviation #SoldierStories: thenmusa.org/exhibit/global… #WorldWarII
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#DYK the U.S. Army helped develop bug spray? During #WWII, Army researchers & Dept. of Agriculture scientists created the “bug bomb” to protect troops from malaria in the Pacific. It worked so well, cases plummeted—and the aerosol can design is still used today. More: thenmusa.org/exhibit/army-s….

#DYK the <a href="/USArmy/">U.S. Army</a> helped develop bug spray? During #WWII, Army researchers &amp; <a href="/USDA/">Dept. of Agriculture</a> scientists created the “bug bomb” to protect troops from malaria in the Pacific. It worked so well, cases plummeted—and the aerosol can design is still used today.

More: thenmusa.org/exhibit/army-s….
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Meet 102-year-old #WorldWarII B-17 gunner and POW, Sgt. Lester F. “Les” Schrenk, who visited the Museum today and will be honored at the national #IndependenceDay celebration, "A Capitol Fourth." #WWII #July4thPBS

Meet 102-year-old #WorldWarII B-17 gunner and POW, Sgt. Lester F. “Les” Schrenk, who visited the Museum today and will be honored at the national #IndependenceDay celebration, "A Capitol Fourth." 

#WWII #July4thPBS
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History Talk - The #CivilWar Soldier's Load: Technological Innovations - explores the Soldier's gear, weapons and personal items. Wednesday, July 9 at 12 p.m. ET with in-person and virtual attendance options.Free registration here: thenmusa.org/public-program…

History Talk - The #CivilWar Soldier's Load: Technological Innovations -  explores the Soldier's gear, weapons and personal items. 

Wednesday, July 9 at 12 p.m. ET with in-person and virtual attendance options.Free registration here: thenmusa.org/public-program…
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Happy #IndependenceDay! Visit America's Army #Museum and explore U.S. history through the eyes of the Soldiers who fought for the nation’s independence. The Museum is open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Get your free tickets now! thenmusa.org/visit/

Happy #IndependenceDay! 

Visit America's Army #Museum and explore U.S. history through the eyes of the Soldiers who fought for the nation’s independence.

The Museum is open from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Get your free tickets now! thenmusa.org/visit/
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"Those are regulars, by God!" See Maj. Gen. Winfield Scott's Congressional Gold Medal and learn more about the #Warof1812 in the Founding the Nation Gallery: thenmusa.org/exhibit/foundi…

"Those are regulars, by God!" See Maj. Gen. Winfield Scott's Congressional Gold Medal and learn more about the #Warof1812 in the 
Founding the Nation Gallery: thenmusa.org/exhibit/foundi…
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Join a Tiny Troops story time – no “eyepro” required! Summer fun awaits at the Museum with a variety of FREE family-friendly activities. Explore more here 👉 thenmusa.org/public-program… #PhotooftheWeek

Join a Tiny Troops story time – no “eyepro” required! Summer fun awaits at the Museum with a variety of FREE family-friendly activities. 

Explore more here  👉 
 thenmusa.org/public-program…

#PhotooftheWeek
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July 17 at 7 p.m. ET - Join author Geoffrey Wawro, Ph.D. for this month’s Book Talk - "The Vietnam War: A Military History," and examine a detailed account of a war that was doomed from its inception. Free registration: thenmusa.org/public-program… #VietnamWar

July 17 at 7 p.m. ET  - Join author Geoffrey Wawro, Ph.D. for this month’s Book Talk - "The Vietnam War: A Military History," and examine a detailed account of a war that was doomed from its inception. Free registration: thenmusa.org/public-program…  #VietnamWar