Museum Tour Update

Published on March 28, 2020
Duration: 12:09

This video provides a comprehensive walkthrough of the Colorado Springs Military Museum, highlighting recent updates and extensive collections. The museum features displays spanning from the Civil War to modern conflicts, including numerous military vehicles, uniforms, weapons, and artifacts. The owner emphasizes the educational value and historical significance of the exhibits, aiming to teach about American history and soldiers.

Quick Summary

The Colorado Springs Military Museum offers a comprehensive tour of its extensive collections, featuring artifacts from the Civil War to modern conflicts. Recent updates include new carpets, additional mannequins, and improved display cabinets. The museum houses over 92 fully operational military vehicles, thousands of helmets and flags, and detailed exhibits on major wars, aiming to educate visitors on American history and soldiers.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Museum Closure Update
  2. 00:39Museum Walkthrough Begins
  3. 01:05D-Day Display
  4. 01:32American-Iraqi Display
  5. 01:59Afghanistan Exhibit
  6. 02:27Half-Track Collection
  7. 02:52Gas Mask Display
  8. 03:01Recoilless Rifles & Scout Car
  9. 03:13Russian Room Display
  10. 04:08Berlin Artifacts & Holocaust Wall
  11. 04:23International Military Displays
  12. 04:33Vietnam War Exhibit
  13. 04:49World War I Display
  14. 04:58Oldest Army Vehicle
  15. 05:07Military Vehicle Collection Overview
  16. 05:22M3 Half-Track Details
  17. 05:33Jeeps & Half-Tons
  18. 05:46Land Mine & Bomb Trunk Display
  19. 06:03American Jeep & Half-Track Variety
  20. 06:12Vietnam Era Vehicles & Humvees
  21. 06:29World War II Jeeps & Half-Tons
  22. 06:34M3 Half-Track from Europe
  23. 06:46Gamma Goat & Battle of the Bulge
  24. 07:09Three-Quarter Ton & Staff Cars
  25. 07:22Tanks & Armored Personnel Carrier
  26. 07:31Ambulances & Paratrooper Bicycles
  27. 07:41Mule & Half-Tons
  28. 07:51Russian Motorcycles & Indian Motorcycles
  29. 08:06M37 Vietnam Era Truck
  30. 08:19Vietnam Era Hospital Display
  31. 08:31Civil War Display
  32. 09:03American Revolution Plans
  33. 09:09Vietnam Era Hospital Display Revisited
  34. 09:28World War I Nurses Uniforms
  35. 09:37World War II Spotlight & Korean War
  36. 09:49North & South Vietnam Displays
  37. 10:07World War II Radio Display
  38. 10:17Women's Uniforms World War II
  39. 10:31Owner's Parents Memorial
  40. 10:41Display Room Renovation
  41. 11:07World War II Machine Gun Bunker
  42. 11:23Museum Walkthrough Conclusion
  43. 11:30Oldies But Goodies Room Mention
  44. 11:38Winter Changes & Invitation to Visit
  45. 11:47Museum Investment & Educational Mission
  46. 11:58Contact Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Colorado Springs Military Museum?

The Colorado Springs Military Museum is a privately owned institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing military history. It features extensive collections of uniforms, weapons, artifacts, and fully operational military vehicles from various conflicts, aiming to educate visitors about American history and soldiers.

Why is the museum temporarily closed?

The museum is temporarily closed due to the ongoing virus situation, postponing its planned April 5th reopening. The owner anticipates reopening in May, following the governor's recommendations to prevent the spread of illness.

What historical periods are covered by the museum's exhibits?

The museum's exhibits span a wide range of historical periods, including the Civil War, World War I, World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the American-Iraqi conflict, and the Afghanistan war. There are also plans to expand into the American Revolution.

What types of military vehicles can be found at the museum?

The museum houses an impressive collection of 92 fully operational military vehicles, including various half-tracks (like the rare M15 and M3), Jeeps from 1940 onwards, Deuce and a half trucks, early Humvees, tanks (such as the Russian T-54), and armored personnel carriers.

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