Five historic aircraft from Commemorative Air Force Airbase Georgia will join the Flying Legends of Victory Tour at Dekalb-Peachtree Airport (PDK) in Atlanta on May 16–17, creating a rare opportunity for the public to experience an extraordinary gathering of flying... From May 9–11, 2026, the City of Douglas, Coffee County, and the 63rd Preservation Society welcomed home an extraordinary American hero as Colonel (Ret.) Joseph A. Peterburs, USAF, returned to Douglas more than 80 years after training at the city’s World War II flight... On Monday, May 25, 2026, the Coastal Georgia Historical Society is honored to host a commemoration of Memorial Day on the grounds of the World War II Home Front Museum. This day-long commemoration also invites visitors and the public to the Museum and the nearby,... The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force is proud to announce its sixth annual Flags for the Fallen presented by VyStar Credit Union, honoring the 26,000 Eighth Air Force airmen who made the ultimate sacrifice during World War II. Scheduled to commence on... The Georgia World War II Heritage Trail (The Trail) today announced its official feature listing on Explore Georgia, signaling a new phase of growth and visibility as a statewide heritage tourism asset. The announcement reflects both the Trail’s continued expansion... Remembering the End of War in Europe — Honoring the Service of the Greatest Generation On May 8, 1945, church bells rang, crowds gathered in city streets around the world, and millions celebrated the long-awaited end of World War II in Europe. Known as Victory in... 