The Cold War Museum

Speaker Brian J. Morra discusses his book exploring how the Soviet War in Afghanistan laid the groundwork for militant Islam and contemporary geopolitics.

Retired Air Force Colonel Glenn R. Whicker shares his experiences in the Constant Shotgun program where American and Soviet air crews interacted during the Cold War.

Aerospace historian Peter W. Merlin presents the first scholarly history of Area 51 (Groom Lake, Nevada), revealing its true story as a premier flight-test facility.

Chris Pocock discusses his book about U-2 pilot Bob Ericson's 30-year career with the CIA and NASA, including his role in the Cuban Missile Crisis, with Q&A from Ericson's sons.

Lecture about the loss of Navy Alfa Foxtrot 586 exploring themes of hope, faith, and love in the aftermath.

David Tuch recounts his cousin Harold Derber's true story as a British Merchant Navy radio operator involved in Cold War espionage, Cuban refugee operations, and organized crime.