Wright Museum of World War II

08/31/2026

Tomorrow, author and journalist Katie Sanders shares how she discovered that her grandfather, a Jewish-American pilot who was shot down over France just a month before D-Day, had been rescued by Peter Ortiz—the most highly decorated member of the Office of Strategic Services.

For information on our remaining lectures, head to our website or learn more here: https://ow.ly/7hM350ZCqxQ

08/28/2026

The story doesn't end on the page.

Join award-winning journalist Katie S. Sanders on September 1 as she shares what went into researching and writing “Ortiz’s War,” her and historian Nicholas Reynolds’ new book chronicling the extraordinary life and legacy of OSS Marine Peter Ortiz.

Reserve your seat today and discover the story of one of World War II's most remarkable under-known heroes. Find details on our website or here: https://ow.ly/w0Wh50ZtX8M

08/27/2026

Every great history book begins with a question.

For Katie S. Sanders, a journalist who writes about hidden corners of World War II history, the question of “Who was Peter Ortiz?” became personal after she discovered that her grandfather, a Jewish-American pilot shot down over France a month before D-Day, had been personally rescued by Ortiz, the most battle-decorated member of the Office of Strategic Services.

That discovery led to years of research with historian Nicholas Reynolds and, ultimately, “Ortiz's War.”

Join Katie at the Wright Museum on September 1 to hear about this remarkable slice of World War II history. All the details are on our website or here: https://ow.ly/AOAx50ZtX6O

08/26/2026

Thanks for the shout out, Only In New Hampshire!

This small history museum showcases a rare collection documenting life during World War II, blending battlefield stories with homefront experiences. Link in comments to find out more. ⬇️

08/26/2026

Test your knowledge and take our quiz on what it was like to grow up during World War II.

Why this topic? It might have something to do with one of next year’s exhibits!

Take the quiz here: https://ow.ly/ESNP50ZtX3t

08/25/2026

Today, “Ortiz's War: The Allies' Secret Weapon Against the N***s in France” officially hits shelves!

Through newly uncovered documents and firsthand accounts, co-author Katie S. Sanders and Nicholas Reynolds reveal the extraordinary life of Marine Colonel Peter Ortiz, one of the Office of Strategic Services' most decorated operatives. His story reads like a James Bond thriller—but it’s true.

Read the book, and then join us on September 1 to hear the story behind the story. Get the details on our website or here: https://ow.ly/FzZ350ZtX0w

08/24/2026

Our Lecture Series is in full swing, but some presentations are already sold out!

Make sure you don’t miss any of our inspiring lectures by putting one (or more!) on your calendar.

Here’s the schedule: https://ow.ly/Po2Z50ZtWXj

08/20/2026

In our Time Tunnel, you are directly connected to how life was in World War II.

One of our displays shows ASEs, or Armed Services Editions, of popular books.
These books were not just for entertainment but also for educating many of the young soldiers while they served on the front lines.

08/19/2026

Who was Colonel Peter Ortiz?

• French Foreign Legionnaire, U.S. Marine, and OSS agent
• Parachuted into Nazi-occupied France twice
• Sabotaged German operations and infrastructure
• Rescued downed Allied airmen
• Evaded the Gestapo before enduring imprisonment
• Became one of the OSS's most decorated operatives
• Later worked alongside John Ford and John Wayne in Hollywood

Learn the incredible true story behind one of World War II's most remarkable Americans when "Ortiz's War" author Katie S. Sanders visits the Wright Museum on September 1.

Lecture details can be found on our website or here: https://ow.ly/wNSG50ZtWN2