Veterans History Project
Video Interviews
Coordinated by the Library of Congress (LOC), the Veterans History Project calls for Americans to play a personal role in preserving the nation’s history by collecting first-hand accounts of those who defended the United States during wartime.
Digital Library
Photos and Scrapbooks
The Library's collection is one of the nation’s oldest and largest. To provide greater access to our rare print materials, especially those of local significance, please visit our Digital Library, opens a new window.
Honoring Our Veterans
Downtown Main Library
The Veterans’ Memorial display case, located on the second floor of the Downtown Main Library, recognizes the sacrifice and contribution of local veterans and showcases our collection of veterans’ memorabilia. You can also explore artifacts and ephemera from the U.S.S. Cincinnati.
Latest Blog Posts
A World War II Veteran’s Son on His Father’s Legacy
Patrick Kerin is donating the revised version of his late father's memoir, which recalls his time serving as a Marine during World War II.
Celebrate and Honor Veterans with Events, Exhibits, and More
Recognize Veterans Day by visiting the Library for special events and viewing new oral history videos of veterans working at CHPL.
Honoring Those Who Served Our Country. Thank You, Veterans!
Join the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library on Veterans Day in honoring and thanking those who served.