The exhibition presents
an overview of the five campaigns: Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes-Alsace
and Central Europe, highlighted with images and artifacts used by Soldiers in each
campaign. Among the artifacts are General Omar Bradley's Colt pistol used in the Normandy
Campaign and a posthumous Purple Heart Medal presented to the family of a Soldier killed
on the first day of the Northern France Campaign. Another section provides a comparison
of the uniforms and arms of American and German Soldiers who fought in the
ETO.
The universal interest in war souvenirs is explored through a selection of captured German
arms, decorations, personal items and several poignant concentration camp artifacts. The
exhibit also includes images by renowned photographer Tony Vaccaro taken as a Soldier with
the 83rd Infantry Division. The exhibit concludes with a selection of fine art and
photographs selected from the extensive collections of the Army Heritage and Education
Center.
Click on the picture below to view an introductory video of our "Entering
Germany" Exhibit
Click on the picture below to view "Lubitsh's Lens". A short film about
American soldier and World War Two combat cameraman A. Cypen Lubitsh. Length 13:39
This exhibit showcases artifacts highlighting the stories of American
soldiers that participated in the army's campaigns across Europe. All the items displayed are
a part of USAHEC's rich collection.
The USAHEC Gallery currently features an exhibit of photographs taken by combat photographer Tony Vaccaro. These images capture the daily life of American soldiers fighting
their way from Normandy to the Rhine.
