Military Photographers
Picturing Nam
Organized by the National Archives June 16 – October 21, 2018 Photographs are a powerful part of our collective memory of the Vietnam War. Many of the iconic photographs were taken by photojournalists working for newspapers, magazines, or wire services. But there were also military photographers in Vietnam serving in our armed forces. They took... Read more »
History Speaks with Rev. Dr. David Crum
The Far-Away Dream: My Vietnam Memoir Retired Naval Chaplain Rev. Dr. David Crum is the striking young face with the haunting blue eyes featured in one of the photographs from Picturing Nam: U.S. Military Photography of the Vietnam War from the National Archives. Join Dr. Crum in person to learn the story behind the photograph and how... Read more »
Veteran’s Tribute Day
Join us for the annual Veterans Day celebration at the Upcountry History Museum. Free admission for veterans and military personnel all day. Drop in activities include letters to soldiers with the American Red Cross, poppy pin crafts, artifact touch table, and a scavenger hunt for children. Special programming includes: 9:00 am: Coffee Talk with Dr.... Read more »
