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Join the educators from the National Museum of WWII Aviation to learn about the courage, heroism, and innovation that changed the course of world history. Students are exposed to science and engineering behind flight and aerospace, and historical profiles of WWII heroes. Activities range from identifying a plane by simple shapes for our youngest future pilots, all the way to advanced aircraft design and a simulated flight operation for older students.
May 13, 2020May 13, 2020 thinkbigstartsmallactnow

MIRACLE AT DUNKIRK

Standing on the white cliffs of Dover on a (albeit rare) clear day, you can see the shores of France. Dunkirk is a mere 78 miles away, directly across the English Channel from Dover. What happened at Dunkirk is called a miracle for good reason. Not only was it a stunning rescue effort by thousands … Continue reading MIRACLE AT DUNKIRK

March 3, 2020 thinkbigstartsmallactnow

Lose Yourself in the Pages

I count myself fortunate to be the author of these newsletters for many reasons: it is a subject I am passionate about, but more than that, I get to read and discover books as a resource and continue to grow in my knowledge and expertise. Because of that, I have shelves, table tops, and corners … Continue reading Lose Yourself in the Pages

March 3, 2020March 3, 2020 thinkbigstartsmallactnow

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January 28, 2020 thinkbigstartsmallactnow

… WITH THE SOUND OF MUSIC

Did you know that the von Trapp family from “The Sound of Music” is a real family? Their story actually happened! While they may not have burst out in song while hiking mountains, much of the film is based in reality. However, there are many things that were dramatized or left out entirely. Part of … Continue reading … WITH THE SOUND OF MUSIC

January 28, 2020 thinkbigstartsmallactnow

THE DEL MASSO BROTHERS

I have long wanted to relay the story of a young man featured in the National Museum of WWII Aviation. His story is particularly special because of how many artifacts we have from him and how many different sides of the war he saw.  Lt. Joseph Del Masso flew B-24 Liberator bombers during 1944 and … Continue reading THE DEL MASSO BROTHERS

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