Pritzker Military Museum & Library - PMML

01/08/2025

The Bronze Star is awarded for both acts of heroism and meritorious achievement and service. According to the book "American Medals and Decorations: A complete guide to the Decorations and Awards of the United States from 1782 to the present", written by Evans E. Kerrigan, the medal was designed by the firm Bailey, Banks, and Biddle. View the medal online in the Museum & Library collections https://bit.ly/3DJfk0p.
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01/07/2025

As awards season for film and television kicks off, the Museum & Library is going to highlight some awards/medals bestowed upon those who have served. Please join us for this special social media series dedicated to honoring the courage, heroism, and sacrifice of the Citizen Soldier. Tune in tomorrow, January 8th. , , ,

01/01/2025

We look forward to seeing you in 2025.
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01/01/2025

12/30/2024

The clock is ticking! December 31st is the last day to make your impact in 2024! Help conserve artifacts like the one here. Give before midnight to support our mission in preserving history in 2025. https://bit.ly/48M8Qti

12/28/2024

We are open today. Come visit the Citizen Soldier Exhibit. Plan your visit https://bit.ly/3Sv3FHg
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12/26/2024

We are open today.
Gather your friends and family because there is something for everyone at the Museum & Library.
Here is a friendly guide to get you started. https://bit.ly/3ZNBMgp
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12/25/2024

From the Museum & Library Collection
U.S.S. Kentucky holiday pin
Physical Description: 1 pin : metal and enamel, color ; 14 x 6 cm
Learn more:https://bit.ly/4iTGguO
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12/25/2024

We look forward to seeing you after the holiday when the Museum & Library reopens on Thursday, December 26th. There is something for everyone at the Museum & Library. https://bit.ly/PMMLHome
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12/21/2024

We are open today.
On Exhibit: Drawn To Combat: Bill Mauldin & The Art of War, a retrospective of the provocative work by two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Bill Mauldin about our nation’s time of war, civil rights, and social justice. https://bit.ly/3Bczz5w
The exhibit at the Museum & Library includes select works from the original exhibit.
Plan your visit https://bit.ly/3Sv3FHg
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12/20/2024

You are sure to find memorable snapshots of history at the Museum & Library, from "Drawn To Combat: Bill Mauldin & The Art of War" to the Rare Books Exhibit displaying “20 hrs. 40 mins.: Our Flight in Friendship", written and signed by Amelia Earhart, her first book. There is something for everyone. https://bit.ly/4gK3IIV
Plan your visit: https://bit.ly/3Sv3FHg
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12/19/2024

From the Museum & Library Collection
WWI-era handkerchief
Time Period: Between 1914 and 1918
Physical Description: 1 sheet cloth ; 39 x 41 cm
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ZImIRb
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12/16/2024

In 200-plus years, that has not changed. Please help the Museum & Library not only preserve rare books for future generations to read, but also moments like this https://bit.ly/3ZHD2RY
Help preserve history today. https://bit.ly/48M8Qti

12/12/2024

The Museum & Library has a new look. The newly designed website provides:
• Easy navigation
• Enriching content (streaming videos and articles)
• Spectacular architectural views and insights
• Special section: Member & Researcher Resources
• And much more
Dive in and embark on a new journey of exploration where history is preserved. https://bit.ly/PMMLHome
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12/11/2024

We’re so close to our year-end goal, but we need your help to get to the finish line. Visit https://bit.ly/48M8Qti. Contact the Development Department at https://bit.ly/3VxZ9Jk or [email protected].

12/10/2024

Stay tuned for more details.
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12/09/2024

This holiday season, give a gift that makes an impact. A donation in honor of someone is a great way to celebrate the holiday season and support an organization in need. Make a gift or become a member today! https://bit.ly/48M8Qti

12/07/2024

Explore the devastating Japanese surprise attack that brought the United States into WW2 on that ‘day of infamy’. https://bit.ly/41nKkgv
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