WWII Encampment Weekend 2022
Saturday & Sunday, June 11th and 12th
World War II Encampment Weekend that brings visitors back to an era when freedom hung in the balance is returning to the Museum of American Armor inside Old Bethpage Village Restoration, 1303 Round Swamp Road, Old Bethpage, Long Island, on Saturday, June 11th and Sunday, June 12th.
An array of Allied and enemy vehicles will be on operational display while reenactors from the Long Island Living History Association will present period uniforms, tactics, and weapons of that era. Expect a visit from “FDR,” and other surprise appearances from that era.
Armor Museum president and founder Lawrence Kadish, observed, “The Armor Museum offers a powerful presentation that evolves year to year to keep alive the legacy of our nation’s military and the gift of freedom they have given us. We expect to be back in full force this June.”
History Channel’s Historian Emeritus Dr. Libby O’Connell said, “The Armor Museum is a unique commitment by public and private sectors to preserve and present a seminal chapter in the history of our nation... and our world. World War II Encampment Weekend is a powerful field trip back in time for every family because this is the story about all of us.”
The Armor Museum’s Senior Trustee, Michael Sapraicone, noted, “World War II Weekend is designed to remind Long Islanders that they have heroes in their families. That medal in the back of the dresser? It was for your grandfather’s valor. That fading honorable discharge certificate? It was won on a far off battlefield. And the freedoms we enjoy? That’s the legacy they have left all of us. This year’s World War II Weekend is a reminder of our shared heritage.”
The Armor Museum enjoys the support of Squad Security, Bristal Assisted Living, PSEG Long Island, Bethpage Federal Credit Union, RIPCO, Polimeni International, BDG Ltd., among others.
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The goal of the Museum of American Armor is to bring the sights and sounds of American history to a new generation, and thereby pay tribute to those who have dedicated their lives to defending our freedoms. Our interactive reenactments present a virtual time machine designed to assist in telling the seminal story of American courage, valor, and sacrifice.
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The Armor Experience
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