While Savannah may be well known for its Revolutionary and Civil War landmarks, it does pay tribute to a fighting force that helped turn the tide of World War II.

The Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum (located about 15 minutes by car from Savannah’s Historic District) is dedicated to honoring the greatest air armada in history, the Eighth Bomber Command, later renamed the 8th AF.

The museum is a wonderful treat, even for families with young children who haven’t studied World World II. It’s filled with planes, photos and tons of memorabilia that will educate both young and old about the Mighty Eighth’s significant accomplishments in World War II and thereafter.

The 8th AF, which was part of the US Army Air Forces at Savannah’s Hunter Field, conducted aerial bombardment missions against Nazi-occupied Europe.

At its peak, the 8th AF could dispatch more than 2,000 four-engine bombers and 1,000 fighters on a single mission, per the Mighty Eighth Museum website.

The museum is open 7 days a week, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It’s a favorite for our family.

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