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Pacific Valor Reenactment with the flamethrower being used at the Pacific Combat Zone on the grounds of the National Museum of the Pacific War

Delve into the world of living history programs with Aaron Shuman, the Museum Experience Coordinator here at the National Museum of the Pacific War. During this 30-minute webinar, Aaron will showcase two of our twelve Outpost programs, shedding light on the meticulous planning and execution behind these immersive interactive experiences. The Combat Assault Team program is focused on what American troops did when they encountered a tough Japanese fortification. We will discuss the roles and weapons of the USMC Combat Assault Team and why they were called forward. You will see a demonstration of our M2-2 Flamethrower. Taking out well defended targets at long range often required that the military bring in the big guns-and the artillerymen who fired them. 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. This program offers an up-close opportunity for you to look at these decades-old weapons.

Learn about how Marine Corps combat assault teams operated in the Pacific in this digital outpost program.