International Conference on WWII
Feb 02 2010
The National World War II Museum’s first International Conference on World War II in 2006 set the precedent for outstanding scholarship and public history on the most pivotal event of the modern era. The Museum continues this important initiative on March 18-20 in New Orleans as the 2010 International Conference features riveting presentations of the most comprehensive knowledge and perspectives on World War II.
As a highlight of the 2010 Conference, The National World War II Museum is working with HBO to present an exclusive, behind-the-scenes program on the making of the HBO Miniseries, THE PACIFIC, featuring the creative team involved in this blockbuster premiering nationally on HBO in March.
The “dean” of World War II historians, Dr. Gerhard Weinberg, will present the opening keynote address, “Visions of Victory,” showing how eight war leaders, including Hitler, Mussolini and Tojo, planned to change our future if they had emerged victorious.
Highlighted presenters include:
- Rick Atkinson
- Carlo D’Este
- Robert Edsel
- Max Hastings
- Walter Isaacson
- Donald Miller
- Allan Millett
- Gerhard Weinberg
And offering a unique opportunity for our guests: “Meet the Speakers”– an evening of refreshments, book signing and conversation with some of the best and brightest minds in the field of World War II history.
Conference tickets are now on sale and registration options include hotel and conference packages as well as one day passes to events. Register for the conference online, or for more information, visit www.ww2conference.com.
