N. Trent Chamberlain 2025 Spring Internship

 Hello readers! I apologize but I don't have an update for this week as I had to miss my internship on Wednesday. I needed to take me dog to the vet. Thanks in advance for understanding. ~Trent

  Hello readers! This past week proved to be exceptionally engaging at the Museum of Military History. We had the distinct privilege of hosting an event featuring narratives from two distinguished World War II veterans. Given that over eight decades have elapsed since the conclusion of World War II, the population of living veterans is diminishing. Therefore, the opportunity to hear firsthand accounts from individuals aged 102 and 98 respectively was a profoundly enriching experience. Mel, a distinguished veteran, served as a pilot in World War II and the Berlin Airlift. He recounted his firsthand experience of the D-Day invasion, providing a detailed description of the horrors witnessed. He also discussed the numerous missions undertaken during the Berlin Airlift, delivering essential supplies to West Berlin. Of particular interest were his post-service narratives. He shared that after his military tenure, he developed a severe case of hives. Despite consulting numerous physicians...

  Hello readers! This week I have worked on accessioning the Vacanti Collection. I am now about half way to completing the final box of the collection. This week I was especially interested in a collection of posters that were used during LCDR Vacanti’s time as a recruiter. I think they provide a good example of what Navy recruitment was like at the time.   The first thing that stood out to me about the posters is that they are all very colorful and eye-catching. They use a lot of bright colors and bold fonts to attract attention. They also feature images of sailors and navy ships, which are likely to appeal to potential recruits. The posters also use a variety of persuasive techniques to encourage people to join the navy. For example, one poster states that the navy is a place where you can “see the world and learn a trade.” Another poster states that the navy is a place where you can “make a difference in the world.” These statements are likely to appeal to people who a...