June 6, 1944. D-Day: the critical element of the Allied Forces’ strategic efforts to liberate Europe from Nazi tyranny. The success of the Normandy Invasions established a strong foothold in Western Europe for the Allies, which would eventually lead to victory in Europe in WWII.

Check out Records Relating to D-Day in NARA’s holdings.

American assault troops, with full equipment, move onto Omaha Beach, in Northern France. NAID: 176887734

Eisenhower Podcast

Dr. Todd Arrington, Director of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, was recently a guest on US History Repeated’s podcast for a chat about Ike’s presidency and enduring legacy. In fact, there was so much to talk about, they ended up recording three whole episodes!  

Listen to the episodes online and learn about Ike’s military service, election to America’s top office, and leadership during the nuclear terror of the Cold War.

Portrait of former President Dwight D. Eisenhower. 

NAID: 531434

Now on Exhibit

Music America: Iconic Objects From America’s Music History is now open at the George H.W. Bush Library and Museum in College Station, TX. With nearly 100 objects representing the best of American music, the exhibit—curated by the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music—tells the story of how music has informed, interpreted, and inspired our national identity. Highlights include Bob Dylan’s harmonica, Ella Fitzgerald’s cabaret card, Leonard Bernstein’s outfit and baton, and iconic clothing from Elvis Presley. The temporary exhibit closes on January 5, 2026.