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Diversity within every field of work cannot be overlooked, whether it is objects or who your viewer is. Though we are an air and Military museum, we have many pieces in our collection that are not outwardly based on military use. For example, we have an L.C. Smith and Corona Super Speed No. 11 typewriter that was made in the 1930s. While this artifact is not necessarily a military artifact, it still holds its own unique history and use that we can draw upon. This typewriter w

The evolution of military uniforms can be traced back centuries when looking at specific countries, branches, and the fashions of the time. When looking back at uniforms two centuries ago, we can see the regalia that most armies carried going into battle. Looking at the Revolutionary War, many British troops had red coats, a part of their famous nickname, tall hats, and breeches. American troops wore blue coats but many did not have uniforms and wore civilian clothing, much o

Traveling through difficult conditions or places can be a drag that leaves you tired and run through. Travelling comes with many different factors, such as your baggage. In World War II, naval forces carried around a sea bag while they were aboard battleships and aircraft carriers. These sea bags were heavy-duty canvas gear bags that were standardized within the U.S. Navy. These bags have carried the personal items, small luxuries, and every possession a sailor could hold ont

Historical swordsmanship is a unique factoid of Japanese culture. Throughout the centuries in Japan there has been a strong relationship between the person wielding the sword and the sword itself. The P1937 Kai Gunto Sword is a traditional Japanese officer sword that was used for around 50 years, from the late 19th century to the end of World War II. During the Meiji era in Japan, with the samurai class being disbanded, the sword abolishment edict was made in 1876, which forb

Today is a day that will live in American history forever. 9/11 will be a date that Americans will keep standing for a millennium to commemorate those innocent and those brave whose lives were lost. Mission Iraqi Freedom was the outcome of 9/11, in our collection, we have a display dedicated to this mission and the service members who fought for freedom in Iraq. The flag we have in our collection was captured during a combat action by Bo, an Arkansan service member who fough

This 1940s graphotype machine is our newest addition to our collection here at the museum. On loan through Ozark Survival Supply, the graphotype is a highly interesting and historical machine that served in identification for soldiers during World War II. These machines were used to make dog tags, address graphs, and industrial nameplates and were not originally made for dog tags. Different variants of the graphotype would have features such as sliding, hand wheels, and a typ

Fifi, a World War II B-29 Bomber, will be at the Arkansas Air and Military Museum from August 26th-30th.

Wartime often calls citizens to aid their government and their soldiers; from reduced food rations to factory work, everyone is called to serve in some way.

This week is the 81st anniversary of the dropping of Little Boy and Fat Man on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, which would end four long years of fighting for the U.S.

Come ride in famous airplanes during the Air Power History Tour in Fayetteville, AR.

The 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, or the Hurricane Hunters, is a flying unit within the United States Air Force.

One of the most iconic units of the U.S. Military is the 101st Airborne, also known as the "Screaming Eagles". The 101st specializes in air assault and has a rich and interesting history since 1942.

Challenge coins are an important part of military history and tradition. They are a fascinating insignia that represent the U.S. Military and have set a leading example of pride, achievement, and camaraderie.

The M1 Garand is an iconic symbol of American military history, and a proud example of 250 years of weapon development.

George Leonard McCandless was born on November 17th, 1938 in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and grew up during and in the aftermath of World War II.

The 1917 “Gee!! I wish I were a man, I’d join the Navy” is a classic and early representation of recruiting history for the U.S. Navy.

C-47s played an important role in World War II. Designed and produced by the Douglas Aircraft Company, the C-47 was a dedicated transport plane.

The bomber was christened with the name “Yellow Rose” in honor of the song “The Yellow Rose of Texas” due to the aircraft being restored and flown by the Commemorative Air Force Central Texas Wing.

A Sundang sword, also known as a moro kalis, is a combat and highly prestigious sword used within the Southern Philippines.

Mother pillows have been a long-standing tradition within the American military for centuries, dating back to the War of 1812, which shows historical love for a mom.