WHO WE ARE
The Heritage Alliance is a 501(c)(3) organization whose purpose is to preserve and celebrate the rich history of World War II, buttress and enhance the educational and memorial efforts of its members, and pursue successful strategies to sustain and increase visitation. Please visit the websites of the other members of the Heritage Alliance, and support them and our efforts to preserve and pass on the history and heritage of World War II.
"The Virginia World War II Heritage Alliance should be part of the Keep the Spirit of '45 Alive national coalition and the preparations that are being made to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the end of WWII next year!" - Warren
"What a fantastic coalition of some of the greatest historical sites and museums in Virginia!" - Allison
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Teacher Fellowship
The goal of the Virginia WWII Heritage Alliance Teacher Fellowship is to support teacher professional development, facilitate the creation of World War II education materials, and encourage a creative dialogue on history pedagogy, while strengthening ties between Virginia’s World War II museums and Virginia teachers.
WWII Heritage Alliance Launches Statewide Visitation Program
Wherever American forces went during World War II, Kilroy was there. Sailors found him scrawled on the bulkheads of newly commissioned ships. When soldiers landed on Pacific Islands for the first time, they discovered Kilroy waiting for them. Platoons spotted him chalked on the rubble of bombed-out cities. Starting today, you can find him all over Virginia!
