The Outposts
Have you ever wanted a chance to hold a piece of Pacific War history in your hands? At The Outposts, you can!
On select Saturdays from March to November, the National Museum of the Pacific War holds Outpost programs that offer visitors an opportunity to interact with artifacts from the Pacific War. These programs, held at the Pacific Combat Zone or the Nimitz Platz, take a deep dive into one of twelve topics that illustrate different aspects of the war. Whether it’s a discussion of our M2-2 Flamethrower at the Combat Assault Team or the roles filled by civilians back home in Tales from the Homefront, visitors can expect to walk away with a newfound understanding of the struggles and trials faced by our “Greatest Generation”.
Click here to watch Digital Outposts or explore our Outpost topics below. See our events page for the schedule of live Outposts this living history season!
Outpost Topics
Artillery
Come to this Outpost to learn about three pieces of light artillery that helped propel the United States to victory in the Pacific: the M2 Mortar, the M3 Anti-Tank Gun, and the 75mm Pack Howitzer.
The Combat Assault Team
Feel the heat at this Outpost as we discuss the roles and weapons of the USMC Combat Assault Team.
Communications
Come to this Outpost to learn about all things communication including Code Girls, field phones, the iconic “handy-talkie”, and Navajo Code Talkers.
Food on the Front
Come to this Outpost to learn about the rations that kept our GI’s fit to fight on the islands of the Pacific!
Hurry up and Wait
Come to this Outpost to learn about the activities and distractions that kept our boys busy while they waited for their turn on the front line.
In the Service of the Emperor
Come to this Outpost to learn about the living conditions, equipment, and philosophy of the Imperial Japanese troops.
Gear Up
What did our boys carry with them when they “hit the beaches” in the Pacific? Come to this Outpost to learn about their kit!
Seabees
In this Outpost you will learn more about the wartime contributions of these prolific builders and craftsmen.
Tales from the Homefront
Come to this Outpost to learn about the lives and sacrifices of ordinary Americans that made our extraordinary battlefield successes a reality.
Women in Uniform
Come to this Outpost to learn about how women’s service helped to propel the United States to victory in the Pacific.
Weapons of War
Come to this Outpost to learn about a selection of weapons drawn from the living history program’s armory.
War Correspondents
Come to this Outpost to learn about how war correspondents captured the action and how their accounts influenced the mood of the American people.