Fresno Pacific University, Fresno, CA.
This guide was compiled for individuals who are participating in the Veterans History Project being conducted by The Library of Congress. Each day we lose approximately 1,500 veterans and with them the wisdom and experience they have gained in serving our country. A good majority are those who served in World War II. The basic intent of the history project is to interview and record veteran’s stories and experiences for future generations before they are lost forever.
The sampling of resources you will find in this guide are Internet sites, which you may find useful in gaining a better understanding of World War II. This information will prepare you to better understand the veterans who participated in this world conflict, which further defined them as part of “the greatest generation.”
The main library site.
A 16-page e-text site that makes for a good introduction or refresher on World War II history.
This site contains Franklin D. Roosevelt’s address to Congress on December 8, 1941 in regards to the attack on Pearl Harbor on the previous day. This site also contains more information on how and why the war started.
Frequently asked questions about the war.
Women played and important role in the war. This site also
includes information on other military conflicts that women have
served.
This is an excellent site with stories and information on a
group of veterans, who are long overdue recognition for their efforts in
supplying our troops overseas.
This is a complete “e-book” about the war. An excellent
chronicle of events.
A collection of sea battles, the fleets and ships. Personal
stories of sailors. Also includes information on the U.S.
Marines.
The story of E Company, 506th
Regiment, 101st Airborne from Normandy to Hitler's Eagle's
Nest
The U.S. Army from the Normandy Beaches to the Bulge
to the Surrender of Germany, June 7, 1944-May 7, 1945
A Memoir of World War II
A detailed account of the men who hit the beaches in Operation Overlord.
Stories of hope and courage from the battlefields.
This book is about the real story behind
the infamous
picture of the Marines raising the US Flag on Mt. Suribachi on Iwo
Jima. (This is a book every
American needs to read!)
The story of the infamous B-17F Flying Fortress, “Memphis Belle“, and the first pilot of the 8th Air Force to fly 25 successful missions over Europe.
A chronicle of the experiences of Lt. George McGovern.
An assortment of books and stories from the war (various authors)
This is an on-line “e-book” detailing the greatest invasion force ever assembled.
An excellent interactive site. The museum is located in New Orleans.
Marcus Kolb's World War II experiences as a B-17
pilot and POW. Plus stores about six other pilots, navigators, bombardiers and
crew
A website created by the son of a World War II veteran. (A very touching tribute.)
A website created by the son of a 5th Air Force WW II
Veteran.
This is a “virtual museum.” Interactive site with sound.
This site covers both European and Pacific theatres of war.
I actually had lunch in Reedley, CA., with a veteran from this Division. It was quite an honor!
The story of the “life” of a B-17E Flying Fortress
This site has the types of aircraft flown in the war.
Combat plane flown in the war.
Stories about the men who served in armored divisions.
This is a very nice site
created by Willmar Junior High in Willmar, MN. (Great
project!)
Last revised: 12/15/02