Bay Area at War

Bay Area at War

How local communities worked, fought, and lived during World War II.. As we live our lives today, it is easy for us to think events and circumstances we experience are unique and difficult. This exhibit shows the struggle and determination of everyday citizens to live their lives and contribute to their community. The people, equipped with tools and a unifying goal, accomplished so much by building ships, defending our coast, and rationing precious resources. However, we must also acknowledge that inequality and injustice were present in the Homefront, such as the Port Chicago Disaster and Japanese Interment through Executive Order 9066.

Special Thanks To The Rosie the Riveter / WWII Home Front Museum and Frederick Klink and the SS Red Oak Victory Historic Ship

African-Americans in the Military

African-Americans in the Military

Fighting for freedom at home and abroad. African Americans have been part of the United State's military struggles...
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Asian Americans in the Military

Asian Americans in the Military

Land of promise, life of duty. Asian Americans int he Military. Asian Americans, Native hawaiians and Pacific Islanders...
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Rotating Exhibits

Rotating Exhibits

Happy 80th anniversary to the USS Hornet. USS Hornet CV-12/CVA-12/CVS-12 November 1943 to June 1970. USS Hornet Sea,...
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