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SUMMARY:Warrior Bonds: U.S. Army Special Forces & Montagnards in Vietnam
DESCRIPTION:Six students from Jack Britt High School in Cumberland County\, North Carolina\, led the effort to bring this exhibition to life as part of the Fort Bragg Museums Curatorial Apprentice Program (CAP). Developed in collaboration with the U.S. Army Airborne and Special Operations Museum and the JFK Special Warfare Museum\, the exhibition explores the alliance between the Montagnards of Vietnam’s Central Highlands and U.S. Special Forces during the Vietnam War. It also reflects the broader Special Forces mission of partnering with indigenous communities\, emphasizing mutual trust\, respect\, and cultural understanding in building effective military alliances.  This new exhibit is open through February 1\, 2026.
URL:https://www.asomf.org/event/warrior-bonds-u-s-army-special-forces-montagnards-in-vietnam/
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SUMMARY:Operation POWER PACK Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum as we launch All American Week with a powerful tribute to the 60th Anniversary of Operation POWER PACK—Dominican Republic\, 1965–1966. \nWhat to See:🔹 Operation POWER PACK ExhibitExplore a 3-case lobby display honoring the paratroopers who served during this pivotal Cold War mission. The exhibit features rarely seen artifacts\, historical photographs\, and a commemorative book produced shortly after the deployment—offering an intimate look into the operation and the legacy it left behind. \nAdmission is free—come experience history where it happened.
URL:https://www.asomf.org/event/operation-power-pack-exhibit/
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SUMMARY:Fallen Heroes Memorial Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:During All-American Week\, May 20-22\, 2025\, the ASOM will host the traveling Fallen Heroes Memorial for a week-long exhibit in the Museum’s Reflection Garden. This 28-foot wide by 6-foot-tall American flag symbolizes the shape of the flag when draped on a fallen service members casket. It is formed of over 7\,000 dog tags of all those who have fallen in the War on Terror. \n\nTags are in alphabetical order ranging from 11SEPT 2001 to 31 Dec 2017; thereafter the tags are in chronological order of the date Killed in Action (KIA). There are 50 gold stars honoring all gold star families nationwide. Displayed in front of the flag is a battlefield cross sculpted from mahogany wood by veteran artist Alicia Dietz. This exhibit will be open to the public during museum hours. \n\n\n\nAbout the Flag\nThe GWOT Memorial Flag is 28 feet wide and 6 feet tall. The design symbolizes the shape of a flag when draped on a fallen service member’s casket. Approximately 7\,000 dog tags form the flag\, all belonging to those who were killed during the War on Terror. Additionally\, there are 50 gold stars honoring all Gold Star Families nationwide. Displayed in front of the flag is a battle field cross sculpted from mahogany wood by female veteran artist Alicia Dietz.
URL:https://www.asomf.org/event/fallen-heroes-memorial-exhibit/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T080000
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SUMMARY:National Airborne Day
DESCRIPTION:National Airborne Day 2025📅 Saturday\, August 16\, 2025🕗 8:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.📍 Airborne & Special Operations Museum100 Bragg Blvd\, Fayetteville\, NC 28301 \nJoin us for a powerful celebration as National Airborne Day returns to the U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum and coincides with the museum’s 25th anniversary. This momentous occasion will honor 85 years of Airborne history\, from the first U.S. Army parachute jump in 1940 to the legacy carried on by today’s elite Soldiers. \nThis year’s festival\, hosted by the XVIII Airborne Corps\, will feature patriotic performances\, static displays\, and special programming that brings military history to life for all ages. \nWe’ll begin the day with a Liberty Tree Ceremony at 8:00 A.M.\, including the dedication of a permanent historical marker honoring the original Liberty Tree\, an enduring symbol of freedom and resilience.  Throughout the morning\, explore Camp Flintlock\, a hands-on living history experience where families can enjoy colonial-era demonstrations\, period costumes\, and educational activities. \nPlus\, this year’s celebration offers something brand new—a sneak peek at the future of military history experiences! \nMass Virtual\, a leader in advanced VR solutions\, has partnered with the ASOM Foundation to create a first-of-its-kind virtual reality experience that will transport you into the heart of airborne operations. Put on a VR headset and feel the thrill\, skill\, and courage of America’s elite Soldiers through real-world footage\, interactive storytelling\, and breathtaking visuals\, honoring the proud legacy of the Airborne and Special Operations community. \n🌟 Full launch coming Spring 2026\, but you can try a short demonstration during this year’s National Airborne Day festivities! \nSchedule of Events \n\n8:00 A.M. – Liberty Tree Ceremony & Marker Dedication\n8:30 A.M. – Static Displays & Camp Flintlock Open\n9:00 A.M. – Welcome Remarks\n9:45 A.M. – Mock Door Demonstration\n11:30 A.M. – Proclamation Signing\n\n\nAdmission is FREE and all are welcome. Whether you’re a veteran\, active-duty service member\, military family\, or proud patriot\, National Airborne Day 2025 at the ASOM is a day you won’t want to miss.
URL:https://www.asomf.org/event/national-airborne-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T080000
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SUMMARY:Liberty Tree Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The Airborne & Special Operations Museum Foundation invites you to attend a special ceremony and family fun day at the U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Liberty Tree on Saturday\, August 16\, 2025. \nJoin us at 8 AM on the corner of Hay Street and Hillsboro for this early morning ceremony and the dedication of a permanent historical marker. This project was produced with assistance from the America 250 North Carolina initiative\, administered by the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. \nTo reserve your spot for the ceremony\, click here. \nAfter the ceremony\, there will be fun and games for the whole family as we host Camp Flintlock in the Museum’s Reflection Garden. Based in Four Oaks\, N.C.\, Camp Flintlock specializes in hands-on historical education about life in the American Colonies through a series of engaging activities. Watch a musket demonstration\, learn quill and pen writing\, block printing\, marching techniques\, and tomahawk throw. \nThis event will be held from 8:30 A.M. until noon and is free for the entire family.
URL:https://www.asomf.org/event/liberty-tree-ceremony/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T180000
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SUMMARY:Through The Eyes of My Father
DESCRIPTION:REMEMBERING THE BAND OF BROTHERS“Through the Eyes of My Father” \nJoin us for a special evening on Thursday\, September 18\, from 6:00–7:30 PM\, as George Luz\, Jr.\, son of the late George Luz\, shares stories of his father’s service in Company E\, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment\, 101st Airborne Division—better known as Easy Company\, the original Band of Brothers. \nThrough his presentation\, “Through the Eyes of My Father\,” George Luz\, Jr. will offer a unique perspective on the heroism\, sacrifices\, and camaraderie of the men whose story was immortalized in Stephen Ambrose’s best-selling book and the HBO miniseries “Band of Brothers.” \nTHIS EVENT IS NOW FULL AND WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING ANY ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS \nGeorge Luz\, Jr. Bio\n \nGeorge Luz\, Jr.\, was blessed by an early introduction to the men of Company E\, 506th PIR\, 101st Airborne Division\, in 1965 at the 101st Airborne Reunion. Luz was nine years old at the time\, and that started a journey that his father\, George Luz\, began in August 1942 at Toccoa\, Georgia. \nFrom reunions all over the country\, George learned about the deep relationship that his father had with these men and years later began to understand the horrors they suffered and endured in combat. \n \nAlthough George Sr. was killed in a tragic accident in 1998\, George Jr. made a promise to his father’s memory that he would move forward and do everything as if he had survived. He reconnected with all of his father’s buddies and in true Easy Company form\, they embraced him with the same esprit de corps that had brought these men together so many years ago. \nGeorge took a trip to Hershey\, PA to visit with Major Richard D. Winters\, the mainstay of the HBO series “Band of Brothers.” Listening to Winters and the other men of Easy Company (Wild Bill Guarnere\, Babe Heffron\, Don Malarkey\, Frank Perconte\, Shifty Powers\, Earl McClung\, Johnny Martin\, Buck Compton and others) and seeing the closeness they had was comforting. \nAt the Easy Company reunion in 2002\, Jack Foley stated\, “Every company needed a George Luz!” From flying to the HBO set of “Band of Brothers” in England to meet the actor (Rick Gomez) who played his father\, to attending the world premiere on Utah Beach on June 6\, 2001\, George was humbled. He also celebrated with the men during the 54th Annual Emmys Awards in Los Angeles where “Band of Brothers” won the award for “Outstanding Miniseries” in 2002. \nNow he attends reunions with the children and grandchildren of “Easy Company\,” along with trips to England\, Normandy\, Bastogne\, Holland\, Berchtesgaden and Austria to further tell his story to eager tours about his dad and the other men. \nGeorge Luz\, Sr. would have been so proud and happy about his son and his tribute and that he spent time with the men that he so dearly loved.
URL:https://www.asomf.org/event/through-the-eyes-of-my-father/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T110000
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SUMMARY:82nd Airborne Chorus Holiday Performance at the ASOM
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Season with the 82nd Airborne Chorus! \nJoin us at the U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum on December 17th for a special holiday performance featuring live holiday and patriotic music by the renowned 82nd Airborne Chorus. \nEnjoy this uplifting 30-minute concert from 11:00–11:30 AM\, filled with festive cheer\, powerful harmonies\, and the unmistakable spirit of America’s Airborne and Special Operations Soldiers. \nThis event is free and open to the public\, a perfect way to kick off your holiday celebrations and honor those who serve.
URL:https://www.asomf.org/event/chorus/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000
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SUMMARY:Defending Democracy: A JUST CAUSE Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Defending Democracy: A JUST CAUSE\nShaping History: ASOM Welcomes the Fourth Year of Curatorial Apprentices \nThe hallways of the U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum (ASOM) have been buzzing with a different kind of energy lately. We are proud to announce the fourth year of our Curatorial Apprenticeship Program (CAP)\, an initiative designed to hand the keys of history over to the next generation. \nThis year marks a milestone as we collaborate with students from two Cumberland County high schools: Jack Britt High School and Massey Hill Classical High School. \nThe Journey from Student to Curator \nThe path to creating a museum-grade exhibit is rigorous. Each fall\, social studies departments at our partner schools advertise the program\, seeking students with a passion for storytelling and a respect for military history. After a competitive process involving written statements and intensive interviews\, six students are chosen to step into the role of museum curator. \nOnce selected\, these students don’t just watch from the sidelines—they dive in. Under the expert guidance of ASOM and 82d Airborne Division Museum staff\, the CAP students spend their Saturday mornings throughout the school year: \n· Researching primary sources and archival materials. \n· Writing compelling narratives that bridge the gap between past and present. \n· Selecting artifacts and period images to create a professional public exhibit. \nDefending Democracy: A JUST CAUSE \nThis year’s CAP students have meticulously traced the timeline of U.S. involvement in Panama\, beginning with the monumental construction of the Panama Canal and concluding with the strategic shift of the late 1980s. Their research highlights how the Canal was not just a feat of engineering\, but a centerpiece of America’s global policy that eventually led to one of the most significant military actions of the late 20th century. \nLaunched in December 1989\, Operation JUST CAUSE was a decisive U.S. military mission aimed at protecting U.S. interests in the Western Hemisphere and restoring democratic integrity by removing the corrupt regime of General Manuel Noriega. The operation remains a landmark in military history\, involving the largest airborne assault since World War II. Through their research\, our student curators have explored how this rapid intervention successfully transitioned Panama back to a democratically elected government\, securing a vital chapter in the story of global freedom. \nOpening Night: Register Now  \n📅 Opening Night: Thursday\, April 23🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nJoin us for the exhibit opening on Thursday\, April 23\, 6PM until 8PM. The opening reception is more than just an exhibit opening; it’s a celebration of civic engagement and student scholarship. Come hear directly from the student curators about their insights and the powerful stories they’ve brought to life. Register here to join us!
URL:https://www.asomf.org/event/defending-democracy-a-just-cause-exhibit/
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SUMMARY:GWOT Memorial Flag Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:On Memorial Day 2018\, the Veterans Athletes United (VAU) group completed the traveling Global War on Terror (GWOT) Memorial Flag to honor close to 7\,000 GWOT fallen heroes and Gold Star Families. This moving exhibit will be on display in the temporary gallery at the ASOM from May 3\, 2026 – May 22 \, 2026.  The purpose of this exhibit is to raise awareness of the sacrifice paid by our nation’s heroes.  \nAbout the GWOT Memorial Flag\nThe GWOT Memorial Flag is 28 feet wide and 6 feet tall. The design symbolizes the shape of a flag when draped on a fallen service member’s casket. Approximately 7\,000 dog tags form the flag\, all belonging to those who were killed during the War on Terror. Additionally\, there are 50 gold stars honoring all Gold Star Families nationwide. Displayed in front of the flag is a battle field cross sculpted from mahogany wood by female veteran artist Alicia Dietz. \n\nTags are in alphabetical order ranging from September 11\, 2001 to December 31\, 2019; thereafter the tags are in chronological order of the date Killed in Action (KIA).
URL:https://www.asomf.org/event/gwot-memorial-flag/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T160000
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SUMMARY:2026 Field of Honor
DESCRIPTION:Purchase your 2026 Field of Honor Flags here! \nThe 19th Annual 2026 Field of Honor is brought to you by the Airborne and Special Operations Museum Foundation and the Cool Spring Downtown District. \nEach flag comes with its own story. This living display of heroism flies as a patriotic tribute to the strength and unity of Americans\, and honors all who are currently serving\, those that have served\, and the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation’s security and freedom. \nAll flags will proudly be displayed on the Parade Field of the U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum from September 11th through Veterans Day 2026. \nFlags will either be shipped once the field is taken down – for a $12 additional charge – or you also have the option to donate your flags to be used for Vietnam Veteran Pinning Ceremonies. \nFlag sales will start on April 6th\, 2026 and can be purchased through August 14th\, 2026. Flags will not be sold past this date. \nThere are 500 flags available for purchase will be placed on Parade Field\, and 19 flags available for purchase around Iron Mike and on the monument walkway path leading up to the Museum ($100). \nAdditionally\, Field of Honor photography permits are also on sale. To ensure that the Field of Honor remains a place for people to pay their respects without disruption; photography permits cost $150 per 45 minutes and are good for one day. The available dates are Friday September 25\, 2026\, and Friday\, October 9\, 2026\, noon until 4 PM. \nIf you are interested in purchasing a Field of Honor photography permit\, please email finance@asomf.org.
URL:https://www.asomf.org/event/2026-field-of-honor/
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