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HERITAGE GALLERY

A Visual Journey Through Time

Explore rare photographs, artifacts, and visual memories from America's most extraordinary aerial defense

VISUAL COLLECTIONS

Over 800 historical photographs and artifacts from our archives

September 23, 1943 - Our defenders capture the largest Nazi dirigible, the Hindenburg II, using innovative harpoon cannon technology.

Daily vigilance at our observation towers. These brave sentries maintained 24/7 watch for enemy aircraft throughout the war.

1943 ceremony honoring Sergeant Murphy and 12 other defenders for extraordinary courage under fire.

May 8, 1945 - The entire town celebrates as news arrives that the last Nazi blimp has been defeated.

1950 dedication of the Great Defenders Memorial, with families of fallen heroes in attendance.

Today's memorial gardens where visitors come to honor the courage of our sky defenders.