The National Museum of the Pacific War is proud to announce the relaunch of the Society of Sons and Daughters of WWII Veterans, a revitalized program dedicated to honoring and preserving the legacy of those who served during World War II.

Originally established to recognize descendants and families of WWII veterans, the Society has been restructured to provide a more streamlined and accessible experience. The updated program now features a secure online portal, allowing members to:

• Create and manage individual profiles for their veterans
• Upload photographs and share personal stories
• Organize service records for historical preservation

These enhancements address previous limitations in the application process and archival management, ensuring that the stories of WWII veterans are safeguarded for future generations.

During World War II, more than 16 million Americans served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The Museum invites direct descendants, extended family members, and friends of these veterans to participate in the program and help preserve their legacies.

Qualifying veterans include anyone who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces between December 7, 1941, and December 31, 1946, regardless of branch or theater of service.

Membership Options:

• Lineal Membership – For individuals who can prove direct descent by birth or adoption from a qualifying WWII veteran.
• Memorial Membership – For those who wish to honor a WWII veteran without claiming direct familial relationship.

Membership Benefits

• Personalized Certificate of Recognition for each veteran honored
• Access to a secure online profile management system to upload stories, photographs, and documents
• Exclusive members-only community connecting families committed to preserving WWII history
• Lifetime membership with no annual renewal fees

Membership Fees

• $250 for the first veteran honored
• $50 for each additional family member added under the same account

Membership can be purchased online. To learn more and apply, visit the National Museum of the Pacific War.

Founded in 1971, the Admiral Nimitz Foundation supports the Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz Naval Museum, honoring Fredericksburg’s native son and Commander-in-Chief of Allied Forces, Pacific Ocean Area. The Foundation raises funds for the National Museum of the Pacific War and manages its operations.

Established in 1967, the National Museum of the Pacific War (NMPW) is the only institution in the continental U.S. dedicated exclusively to telling the story of the Pacific and Asiatic Theaters in WWII. The Museum welcomes over 120,000 visitors annually, including 15,000 students from across Texas.

Located on six acres in downtown Fredericksburg, the Museum features:

• Three galleries with 55,000+ square feet of exhibit space
• 40 media installations
• 900+ artifacts
• 15 macro-artifacts
• Hundreds of photographs

For more information, visit the National Museum of the Pacific War or follow the Museum on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.