National Premiere: Screening of Apocalypse ‘45 and Meet the Director

We regret to inform you that this event at the National Archives has been postponed due to the ongoing government shutdown.  We will follow up as soon as a new date is confirmed and we have more details to share.

In honor of Veterans Day 2025 and the 250th anniversary of our nation’s Armed Forces, join us for the national theatrical premiere of Apocalypse ‘45. The documentary, directed by Erik Nelson, showcases the harrowing final year of World War II as told through the personal accounts of 24 men and features never-before-seen footage of the war from the holdings of the National Archives. 

After the film, stay for a live Q&A session with director Erik Nelson.

This program is made possible by the National Archives Foundation.