Wyoming Veterans Museum

08/28/2026

Artifact of the Week - Sewing Kit

Although its a little threadbare now, this sewing kit was important for repairing uniforms while in the field. It contained a small assortment of thread along with needles, buttons, and pins.

08/21/2026

Artifact of the Week - Souvenir Scrapbook

Scrapbooks and albums were very popular in the days before social media. Martin Eggert compiled a small scrapbook with photos and postcards during his time in Hawaii. Martin, born in Glenrock, Wyoming, was a Marine serving abord cruisers and battleships during the First World War.
(Source: M. Eggert Collection)

08/15/2026

On This Date...

Major James A. Moore became the first pilot to land at the soon to be completed Casper Army Air Base (now Casper/Natrona County International Airport) on August 15, 1942. He flew a small single engine liaison aircraft from Wardwell Field (now the Town of Bar Nunn) to the new airbase. Moore, soon to be promoted to Lieutenant Colonel, served as CAAB's first commanding officer.
(img: Kading Collection)

08/15/2026

Congratulations to the Casper/Natrona County International Airport on groundbreaking for the new control tower! We're excited to see the newest addition to the neighborhood take shape.

08/14/2026

Artifact of the Week - Mark I Trench Knife

The Mark I was designed by Officers in the American Expeditionary Force in WWI. It was designed for close quarters fighting in the trenches. The knife combined a tradition blade with brass knuckles. The Mark I was phased out and largely replaced by WWII, although it was carried by several Ranger and airborne units.
(Source: Gordy Collection)

08/11/2026

Some cowboy airmen from the Wyoming Air National Guard visited the Casper/Natrona County International Airport today. The Air Guard has trained off and on in the Oil City since August 1949.

08/07/2026

Congratulations to the Oregon Trail State Veterans Cemetery on the unveiling of "Fallen Comrade" by Chris Navarro.

Casper sculptor Chris Navarro unveiled his latest bronze Friday, a more-than-life-sized work titled “Fallen Comrade” of a soldier kneeling in honor of a…

08/07/2026

Artifact of the Week - Parachute Harness

The US Military began experimenting with parachutes in 1912 with serious development taking place during and after WWI. Our parachute harness dates to the Cold War period with possible connections to the 158th Military Intelligence Company in the George Army National Guard.

08/07/2026

The Purple Heart Medal is the oldest military award presented by America's Armed Forces. It is awarded to service members wounded or killed while in active service. August 7th is Purple Heart Day, a time to remember and recognize recipients and the sacrifices they made on our behalf.

Eugene Davis served in the 42nd Bombardment Squadron during the early days of the Pacific Campaign in WWII. He received the Purple Heart Medal during the Guadalcanal Campaign aboard the B-17 "Alley Oop." Eugene later came to Casper as an instructor and flight sergeant at the Casper Army Air Base.