To increase public understanding of military history.
The Greatest Generation
World War II
1941–1945
Organizations honoring those who served in history's largest and most consequential conflict.
World War II united the nation in an unprecedented mobilization to defend freedom worldwide. The men and women who served became known as the Greatest Generation. Organizations associated with this period support veterans, preserve historic memory, and honor the sacrifices that shaped the modern world.
Veteran and heritage organizations formed in response to the Second World War (1941–1945).
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Headquarters Organizations
All War Periods
To perpetuate Special Forces traditions and brotherhood, to assist Special Forces personnel and their families, and to support the Special Forces mission.
To preserve veteran history from the Carolinas.
The Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. (TAI) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1972 to honor, preserve, and perpetuate the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen—the African American pilots, navigators, bombardiers, maintenance personnel, instructors, and support staff who trained at Tuskegee Army Air Field and served with distinction during World War II. The organization’s mission centers on education, leadership development, and community engagement inspired by the achievements and values of the original Airmen.
To preserve the history of the Women's Army Corps and its predecessors and to unite those who have served honorably in the United States Army.
