Nat'l Guard Museum

A tragic turning point in history, President Abraham Lincoln was shot 161 years ago tonight at Ford's Theatre here in #WashingtonDC. Celebrating the recent surrender of the Confederate Army and the approaching end of the Civil War, Lincoln was shot by actor John Wilkes Booth while watching a play with his wife.

#thisweek in #nationalguard #ww2history. #harrytruman is sworn in as the 33rd #POTUS in the closing months of #WWII, after the sudden death of #FDR. Truman was a veteran of the @Missouri_NG, having served in #worldwarone.

#OTD in #history, 1743, #ThomasJefferson was born. He was our 1st SOS, 2nd VP, & 3rd #POTUS; the governor of #Virginia; & oversaw the Louisiana Purchase. But for all his contributions to #America, he is most celebrated for the 36 words he wrote in #1776: “We hold these truths…”

Event reminder: Authors discuss their book examining origins of the laws and doctrine that define the limits of Defense Support to Civil Authority. @NGMuseum

On April 16, we will host the authors of "Forging the Framework" (online and in-person) @NGAUS1878. An optional tour of the @NGMuseum will also be offered at 2:30 PM prior to the event. @DCNationalGuard @MDNG @PANationalGuard @GuardMaine @ArmyUPress ngef.org/forging-the-fr…

On April 16, we will host the authors of "Forging the Framework" (online and in-person) @NGAUS1878. An optional tour of the @NGMuseum will also be offered at 2:30 PM prior to the event. @DCNationalGuard @MDNG @PANationalGuard @GuardMaine @ArmyUPress ngef.org/forging-the-fr…

A tour of the @NGMuseum will also be offered on April 16 at 2:30 PM prior to the event.

Join us for a discussion of a new book examining the laws that define Defense Support to Civil Authority. On April 16, @NGMuseum will host the authors of "Forging the Framework" (online and in-person) for a timely presentation. @NGAUS1878 ngef.org/forging-the-fr…

The @NGMuseum will be closed on Friday, April 3rd. We will re-open on Monday, April 6th at 9:00 AM.

When a British army threatened New England, @NHNationalGuard called upon John Stark to stop them, and he did. @ahacofma #America250 #AmericanRevolution #revolutionarywar ngaus.org/video-library/…

Join us (in-person or online) for "Forging the Framework" at @NGAUS1878 on Thursday, April 16, at 4 pm. @DCNationalGuard @MDNG @PANationalGuard @GuardMaine #nationalguard #dcevents #AmericanHistory #America250 ngef.org/forging-the-fr…

As the @USNationalGuard is mobilized domestically more and more, it is more relevant than ever to understand the events that shaped policy. Join the authors of Forging the Framework on Thursday, April 16, at 4 pm. @NGAUS1878 @NGMuseum ngef.org/forging-the-fr…

March 25th is designated by #Congress as National Medal of Honor Day. The @NGMuseum features a gallery commemorating all @USNationalGuard #MOH recipients. ngef.org/memorials/meda…

For 100 years, a military guard has stood watch over the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. Today, we commemorate this milestone and highlight the legacy of those who have kept this sacred vigil since March 25, 1926. youtu.be/apghQ-z7ak8

#OnThisDay in #history the @NGMuseum Sgt. Leigh Ann earned the Silver Star – the first for a woman in combat since World War 2. #WomensHistoryMonth ngaus.org/video-library/…

Join ANC and the @USArmyMuseum on Friday, April 10 from 9 to 11 a.m. for a free, two-hour guided walking tour at ANC. This tour will explore the graves and memorials connected to the 250th anniversary of American independence. Learn more and register at thenmusa.org/public-program…

#IrishAmericanHeritageMonth is recognized in March every year to honor the achievements and contributions of Irish Americans to our nation. ​In the National Archives holdings, you’ll find records related to the 69th New York Infantry (nicknamed The Fighting 69th). 🧵🔽

The @NGMuseum will be closed to the public on Friday, March 20, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

#ForgingTheFramework happening at @NGAUS1878 Thursday, April 16, at 4 pm. RSVP and more info below: ngef.org/forging-the-fr…

The Siege of Boston ends; the British withdraw to Nova Scotia by sea. Irish troops under General Washington are thrilled to reoccupy Boston on St. Patrick’s Day.