APRIL 1945

April was a pivotal month in World War II, most notably in 1945, witnessing the final collapse of Nazi Germany, the death of Hitler, and the start of the battle for Okinawa. Key events included the liberation of major concentration camps, the Soviet siege of Berlin, and the sudden death of President Franklin D. Roosevelt.

 

                                                                                                          

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OUR MISSION

Honor veterans, preserve military history & technology, offer a unique hands-on educational experience via our rare vehicles collection, and inspire the public to serve their communities and nation as active and engaged citizens.

 

HISTORICAL PRESERVATION

The centerpiece of the African Queen Project is a 1943 M16A2 half-track, built by the White Motor Company in Cleveland, Ohio, that served U.S. and French forces in Europe, Asia, and Africa between 1943 and the 1960s.  Meticulously conserved and authentically restored to its full operational state, the African Queen half-track allows you to interact with history and learn about the technology, service, and sacrifice that has made the U.S. the nation it is today.  Take a video tour of the African Queen when it was on display at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in Dayton, Ohio.

HONORING VETERANS

The African Queen vehicles represent American honor, craftsmanship, and patriotism.  A tribute to our Greatest Generation, the African Queen M16A2 half-track has proudly served in three major conflicts on three continents.  The African Queen Project’s ongoing restoration, preservation, and education efforts honor the service of American veterans, connect civilians with veterans, and pass our veterans’ experiences and sacrifices on to the next generation. 

EDUCATION & G-STEM PROGRAMS

The African Queen Project was founded in 2020 by a group of individuals dedicated to developing a unique mobile educational and historical experience and to inspiring others to serve their communities and our nation as active, engaged citizens.  We offer an exciting opportunity for “hands-on history” to stimulate educational interests through Geography, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (G-STEM).  We are dedicated to keeping our nation’s vibrant military history alive and relevant for you, today’s citizen.  We bring living history to you!