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A flyer for a fundraising concert at the Stars and Stripes National Museum, featuring performers Strongheart and Maggie Thorn, held in the historic WWII Room on July 10, 2026.

Live Music: Preserving the Past, Rocking the Present

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Join us at the Stars and Stripes National Museum and Library on July 10, 2026, for a memorable evening of harmony and history! Experience a special fundraising concert in our historic WWII Room featuring regional favorites Strongheart and Maggie Thorn. Enjoy refreshments and full gallery access while supporting our mission to preserve the heritage of military journalism. Tickets are available now—don’t miss this chance to support the museum while enjoying great local music!

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Striper Spotlight- Brian Brooks

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Brian S. Brooks, former associate dean at the University of Missouri School of Journalism and president of the Stars and Stripes Museum and Library, shares a personal and professional reflection on the legacy of the Stars and Stripes. From his family’s multi-generational connection to the newspaper to his tenure as European editor, Brooks explores the vital importance of an editorially independent “soldiers’ newspaper” and addresses the recent challenges to its First Amendment mission.

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Striper Spotlight: Tom Biermann

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Tom Biermann- Years at Stripes: 1988 – 2006  Tom Biermann’s journey with Stars and Stripes is a testament to dedication and transformation in military journalism. His 18-year tenure saw him navigate through various key roles, leaving an indelible mark on the publication’s operations and reach. Career Progression 1998: Joined as International Circulation Director in D.C. 2000-2004:

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