Today is Victory over Japan Day! Learn more about V-J Day, the occupation of Japan, and the 32nd "Red Arrow" division during World War II in this video with author Mark D. Van Ells: youtu.be/yz6WA7AT2m4?fe…

Learn how just a few teaspoonfuls of scotch ended up sabotaging the treasure Nohl and his partners hauled from the wreck of the “John Dwight”—costing them hundreds of thousands of dollars—in Nohl’s memoir: wihist.org/3SrrvDv

You can now find “Saving Our Sturgeon” in bookstores throughout Wisconsin! --> wihist.org/4o1II4F

Now in paperback! Patty Loew’s “Seventh Generation Earth Ethics.”

This map of Wisconsin depicts the numerous places discussed in our new publication “Saving Our Sturgeon.” Learn about the natural history of the lake sturgeon—its anatomy, behavior, and habitat—and the factors that threatened its survival. wihist.org/458SNWh

Do you recognize these issues of “Wisconsin Magazine of History”?

As the longest serving lawmaker in US history, Fred Risser shares many stories and insights that only he can tell. Discover them in “Forward for the People: The Autobiography of America’s Longest Serving Legislator.” wihist.org/4mqfwCO

Happy National Dog Day in honor of our four-legged friends! 🐾

Upcoming from WHS Press is “Radical Family: Trailblazing Lesbian Moms Tell Their Stories.” Learn more about this inspiring new book on our website: wihist.org/3JJlYXr

Dive into the fascinating world of the Great Lakes fur trade! Journey with Bob Silbernagel, author of “The Cadottes,” as he explores their remarkable legacy—from family business ventures to their cultural heritage. Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=0RwN31…

In his newest book, “Lunkers, Keepers, and Ones That Got Away,” Jerry Apps shares his favorite fish stories, lessons learned, and a few tall tales told along the way. Pair it with a matching mug—just like Jerry’s—for the perfect catch! Learn more on our website!

Behold the mighty chainsaw! Discover its history, its influence and its people… Coming soon from WHS Press is a title that will cut right through your “To Be Read” list. Learn more here: wihist.org/4n97QFt

The Madison BookBeat conversation on WORT News with Fred Risser and Doug Moe about their new book, "Forward for the People, the Autobiography of America's Longest-Serving Legislator," from Wisconsin Historical Society Press. {Audio and transcript.} wortfm.org/fred-risser-fo…

Today marks 80 years since the official end of World War II. On September 2, 1945, Japan formally surrendered to Allied forces aboard the USS Missouri. But for thousands of American soldiers, the mission was far from over. youtu.be/yz6WA7AT2m4?fe…

On National Read a Book Day, I’m curling up with _____ Share your pick in the comments—we’d love to see what everyone is reading today!

Available now! Read more: wihist.org/3JJlYXr

Editor Margaret Mooney and her wife, Meg Gaines, sat down to talk about "Radical Family," a new book in which nine Wisconsin families with lesbian mothers share their experiences raising children from the 1980s through the 2000s. wpr.org/shows/wisconsi…

The start of modern scuba diving… in Wisconsin? You read that right. Milwaukee native Max Nohl helped revolutionize diving technology here in the Midwest. After sitting unpublished for decades, Nohl’s autobiography—"I Live Underwater”—is now available: wihist.org/3SrrvDv

Meet Vel Phillips, an unstoppable force for justice whose story deserves to be told. Now, “Valiant Vel” brings her incredible story to life for young readers (and people of all ages): wihist.org/4fM3wb4

Parents, grandparents, guardians, role models (and everyone in between); today is National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day! Try making this Maple Ice Cream Sundae with the young chefs in your life. From the "Flavor of Wisconsin for Kids": wihist.org/3d3IRPY