The United States utilized many vehicles to win the Second World War, with everything from half-tracks and motorcycles to the most legendary tanks and strategic bombers. While every vehicle served its ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — In front of 1755 St.

After reading a recent story about PT-305’s return to the John E. Kushner Restoration Pavilion at the National WWII Museum, Martin Audiffred submitted a Curious Louisiana query: “Where exactly was the ...

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The City of New Orleans made a massive and unique contribution to America’s World War II effort. New Orleans was home to Higgins Industries. With humble beginnings, Higgins ...

Andrew Jackson Higgins, the man Dwight D. Eisenhower once credited with winning World War II, was a wild and wily genius. At the New Orleans plant where his company built the boats that brought troops ...

Log-in to bookmark & organize content - it's free! National WWII Museum Education and Access Vice President Pete Crean discussed the significance of Higgins Boats and provided a brief history of the ...

Here’s What You Need to Know: The boat’s usefulness could not be overstated. It just might be the most recognized boat of the Second World War. The Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel,... Here’s What ...

The pivotal role that New Orleanian Andrew Jackson Higgins and his business, Higgins Industries, played in World War II has been well-documented. President Dwight Eisenhower, the Supreme Allied ...

Log-in to bookmark & organize content - it's free! National WWII Museum Education and Access Vice President Pete Crean discussed the significance of Higgins Boats and provided a brief history of the ...

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — In front of 1755 St. Charles Ave., there’s a plaque that includes the phrase, “…the man who won the war for us.” It’s a quote from President Dwight Eisenhower, who also served as ...