Phil Stern, a legendary wartime photographer for the Stars and Stripes, captured the raw essence of battle during the Sicilian invasion and continues to inspire with his fearless spirit and compelling storytelling.
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Stars and Stripes Museum Summer Camp for Aspiring Journalists: The 3rd Annual Journalism Summer Camp will be held Monday, July 14 to Friday, July 18, 2025 from 10am to 4pm each day at The Stars and Stripes National Museum and Library.
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100 Mile Yard Sale at the Stars and Stripes Museum
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Join us for Murder by the Book, an immersive murder mystery dinner at the Stars and Stripes National Museum and Library.
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Join us for Kids Day American Revolution at the Stars and Stripes Museum on April 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.! This exciting event is perfect for families looking to explore the American Revolution through engaging activities. Enjoy a period costume presentation, learn about secret communication with code ciphering, and try quill writing. Discover the remarkable stories of women spies and see an invisible ink demonstration. Best of all, this event is FREE to the public! Bring your family and friends for a fun-filled day of learning and exploration. We look forward to seeing you there!
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In “Dog Tags Take the Long Road Home,” Marc Phillip Yablonka recounts a poignant story of reconnecting a fallen Marine’s dog tag to his brother, highlighting the enduring impact of loss and the long journey of healing for the Arnold family.
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I worked for the paper from December 1990 until December 2013. A civilian journalist from the Chicago area, I joined Stripes shortly before the Gulf War started and was assigned to the copy desk in Griesheim, Germany. Starting in early 1992, I moved over to the reporters’ side and transferred to the Kaiserslautern bureau to cover U.S. Air Forces in Europe.
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Immerse yourself in a captivating exploration of World War II history at our WWII History Day! This exciting event is free and open to the public, offering a unique opportunity to experience the past through engaging activities and authentic displays.
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Join us for our exciting February Kids Day at the Museum as we talk about former Striper Shel Silverstein! This event is free and open to the public.
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In September of 1985, my editor Grace Blancett offered me a chance to uncover stories in Spain’s isolated U.S. military outposts, igniting a blend of excitement and apprehension as I prepared for an adventure that would transform my journalistic journey.
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