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Look toward the sky almost anywhere in Georgia and you may see evidence of the state’s aviation legacy. Commercial aircraft connect Georgia with the world, military aircraft continue to operate here, and local airports serve communities across the state. At museums...

World War II changed life across Georgia. Sons and daughters left home for military service. Camps and airfields brought new people into towns across the state, while factories and shipyards worked to meet wartime demands. The war also reached into kitchens, grocery...

When news of Japan’s surrender reached the United States in August 1945, Georgians joined Americans across the country in celebrating the end of the fighting. For families who had spent years waiting for news from overseas, victory brought joy and relief. It also...

When Americans think about World War II, they often picture soldiers on distant battlefields, sailors at sea, or pilots flying dangerous missions over Europe and the Pacific. Yet victory depended on far more than those who wore the uniform. Here in Georgia, hundreds...

During World War II, victory depended on more than brave pilots and advanced aircraft. It required an enormous training system capable of preparing thousands of young Americans to fly, maintain, and support military aviation on a global scale. Georgia became one of...

Long before American soldiers landed on the beaches of Normandy or fought across the islands of the Pacific, many of them first learned their military skills in Georgia. During World War II, Georgia became one of the nation's most important training grounds. Its mild...

Some road trips are about the destination. Others are about the journey. The Georgia World War II Heritage Trail offers both. Stretching from the mountains of North Georgia to the Atlantic coast, the Trail connects museums, historic military installations, memorials,...

Opportunities to fly in restored WWII aircraft will be offered at seven Georgia airports August through November when Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia launches its 2026 Georgia Barnstorming Tour. Several aircraft in the Airbase Georgia fleet will travel...

When President Franklin D. Roosevelt called on Americans to transform the nation's industrial capacity into the "Arsenal of Democracy," Georgia answered in remarkable ways. During World War II, Georgia evolved from a largely agricultural state into a vital center for...

What comes to mind when you think of Georgia's World War II history? Perhaps you picture a military museum, a restored aircraft, or a historic fort. While each tells an important part of the story, no single location captures the full impact that World War II had on...

Families looking for affordable ways to explore Georgia have another reason to discover the Georgia WWII Heritage Trail. Explore Georgia recently released its "50 Budget-Friendly Georgia Travel Ideas for Families," reminding travelers that "It doesn't have to cost a...

YouTube historian Trent “TJ” Jones will present a special screening of his highly anticipated feature documentary, 10 Good Men, on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force. The 90-minute film preserves the firsthand...

Georgia WWII Heritage Trail Continues to Grow Through New Partnerships and Heritage Tourism Initiatives   As the Georgia World War II Heritage Trail marks its fifth anniversary, the organization is entering a new phase of development focused on expanding awareness of...

As Americans celebrate Independence Day and commemorate the 250th anniversary of our nation's founding, the Georgia World War II Heritage Trail joins communities across Georgia in reflecting on the ideals of liberty, service, and sacrifice that have defined the...

The Georgia World War II Heritage Trail and its partner museums and historic sites will commemorate the 82nd anniversary of D-Day on June 6, 2026, through exhibits, educational programming, remembrance activities, and interpretive experiences highlighting one of the...

The Georgia World War II Heritage Trail today announced the addition of three new Affiliate Partners to its growing network dedicated to preserving and sharing Georgia’s World War II legacy: Project Liberty Ship SS John Brown, Town of Napier Field, and Tuskegee Airmen...

Partners across the Georgia World War II Heritage Trail will commemorate Memorial Day weekend with ceremonies, remembrance programs, educational exhibits, aviation events, and special tributes honoring the Americans who gave their lives in service to the nation. Among...

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...

The Georgia WWII Heritage Trail is proud to welcome Camp Forrest as its newest Affiliate Partner, expanding the Trail’s growing network of sites dedicated to preserving and sharing the story of World War II in the American South. Located in Tullahoma, Tennessee, Camp...

Camp Toccoa at Currahee hosted the Easy Company Heritage Weekend, April 24–26, commemorating the 25th anniversary of the HBO miniseries Band of Brothers and honoring the legacy of the soldiers who trained at the site. Organized by Toccoa Tours, the weekend offered a...

Camp Toccoa at Currahee continues to bring World War II history to life through immersive programming, as Jump Week 2026 marked the third consecutive year of airborne training returning to the historic site. Held the week of March 22, Jump Week welcomed more than 80...

The St. Marys Submarine Museum commemorates the 30th anniversary of its founding, celebrating three decades of preserving and sharing the history of the U.S. Navy’s submarine force and the men and women who served in the nation’s “Silent Service.” On March 30, 1996,...

The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force's is hosting a screening of the documentary film Behind the Lines followed by a Q&A with film director and writer John B. Benitz and book author Andrew Carroll. This program will take place on March 4th at 11:00...

Commemorative Air Force (CAF) Airbase Georgia supporters again have demonstrated extraordinary generosity, raising $110,693 from 125 donors for the restoration of the organization’s P-47N Thunderbolt through the 2025 12 Planes of Christmas campaign. Airbase Georgia...