History

The New York State Museum’s military history collection spans the breadth of New York State history and contains materials from colonial era conflicts through the American Revolution, Civil War, both World Wars, and the most recent operations of the 21st Century. Encompassing military uniforms, firearms, and accoutrements, the museum’s military history collection seeks to interpret the role that New York’s citizenry has played as members of the National Guard, U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.