On 2-AUG 1990, Saddam Hussein led a well-equipped Iraqi army into Kuwait, a major supplier of oil to the United States. In response, more than 500,000 American troops deployed to Saudi Arabia as part of Operation Desert Shield. Early on 17-JAN 1991, Operation Desert Shield came to an end when the air campaign of Operation Desert […]
On Tuesday, 27-JULY, the Museum honored Korean War Veterans and their families. The Korean War is often referred to as the “Forgotten War.” Nearly 40,000 American soldiers lost their life in Korean including seven from St. Charles County. It is important that our Korean War Veterans and their sacrifices are never forgotten. Click on the […]
This museum would not be here without the generous support of a wonderful community. We are grateful to the local businesses that made this happen. Would your business like to be a part of something special? Please contact the museum at 636-294-2657. Here is what our visitors say about the museum: Very different military museum. This is one […]
Today we welcomed members of the Boone Trail and St. Louis C3 Corvette Clubs to the museum. The Corvette is considered by many to be the consummate American Sports Car. The others don’t know better right? Thank to both clubs and those Corvette owners that made the day special.
At the Heritage and Freedom Fest on July 3rd in O’Fallon Missouri, the St. Charles County Veterans Museum won 1st place for “Most Patriotic Float.” Of course, what could be more patriotic than a float load of veterans from World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and the Iraqi Freedom and the Persian Gulf Wars. Here are […]
Today, there are 1.8 million living women Veterans. Women Veterans have achieved amazing successes in the military. They’ve become four-star generals, commanded ships, earned medals of honor, and piloted space shuttles. They’ve served our country with courage, loyalty and pride. After they have taken off their uniforms, they continue to serve as leaders of non-profits, […]
Memorial Day 2021. We honor and remember those who did not come home. These flags on our front lawn and this video represent and honor the 115 soldiers from St. Charles County killed in action. In addition, we have 65 soldiers that died while serving. We are reminded, Freedom is never free. Read their stories on […]
For some time, the St. Charles County Veterans Museum has sought to honor Corpsman and Medics of the Armed Forces. There seems to be quite a difference of opinion in the use of the term “Medic” as opposed to “Corpsman”. Although the term corpsman and medic are used interchangeably across the branches, the specific training […]
Looking for a little love? Visit the St. Charles County Veterans Museum to view the Love Stories for Valentines Day.
The Battle of Khe Sanh began on January 21, 1968, when forces from the People’s Army of North Vietnam (PAVN) carried out a massive artillery bombardment on the U.S. Marine garrison at Khe Sanh, located in South Vietnam near the border with Laos. For the next 77 days, U.S. Marines and their South Vietnamese allies […]