Pacific Valor Resource Page

Pacific Valor is more than a demonstration of the equipment and tactics utilized in the Pacific War.

The program you witnessed tells the true story of a Medal of Honor recipient who went “above and beyond the call of duty” on a battlefield of the Pacific.

On this page, you can learn more about the Medal of Honor and the battles in which our Medal of Honor Recipients fought for their nation. The artifacts and archival materials on display are drawn from our collection and are not usually available to the public.

The Medal of Honor

Signed into being by President Lincoln during the U.S. Civil War, this medal was initially awarded for a variety of military actions, including mass awards to entire units for re-enlistments and even to the pallbearers of Lincoln’s casket.

Later, the Medal of Honor came to be awarded only to someone who “distinguishes himself conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty.” During the Second World War, 472 Americans received the Medal of Honor, many of them posthumously.

Go To Medal of Honor Exhibit

Join us for Pacific Valor

Pacific Valor, the National Museum of the Pacific War's living flagship history battle, immerses attendees in the stories of real-life Medal of Honor recipients during World War II. This immersive battle demonstration will include restored WWII vehicles, simulated explosives, blank firing weapons, and a live M2-2 flamethrower for a one-of-a-kind experience brought to you by the living history volunteers of Company K.

This presentation is not recommended for small children, pets, or those with a heart condition due to the loud noises and war simulations.

On March 15, 2025 be transported back to the volcanic island of Iwo Jima, where Platoon Sergeant Joseph Rodolph Julian gave his life in a one-man assault against Japanese fortifications in March of 1945. Purchase tickets here!

On November 15, 2025 go back in time to the small island of Tarawa, where Staff Sergeant William James Bordelon gave his life fighting as a demolitionist against Japanese entrenchments in November of 1943. Purchase tickets here!

Programs are offered at 11:00 and 2:00 at the Pacific Combat Zone with pre-shows occurring 30 minutes before each show.

Online Ticket Purchases are HIGHLY ENCOURAGED. Seating is first come first serve.