There have been many wars that shaped the history of their time, but no singular event so dramatically changed the entire course of our history as the Second World War. The impact was both on a global and individual level, altering lives, communities and nations unlike any event before or since.

Six years in the making, The War is a seven - episode series directed and produced by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick that examines the myriad ways in which the Second World War touched the lives of every family on every street in every town in America.

THE LIBERTY BELLE - A FLIGHT INTO HISTORY

The Liberty Belle, a restored World War II B-17 bomber is visiting Cincinnati's Lunken Field this weekend, courtesy of the Oaklahoma based Liberty Belle Foundation. The visit is designed to give the public a chance to see, touch, and even fly in the 63 year old bomber. For a very few it's a chance to relive and remember their wartime service. For others, a chance to experience flying in the same type of aircraft that their parent, grandparent, friend or relative may once have flown into combat. The tours and flights will be held Saturday May 31st and Sunday June 1st at Lunken Field. Call (918) 340-0243 for reservations. Flights cost $395 for Liberty Foundation members and $430 for non-members. $40 for Liberty Foundation membership. For more information on The Libery Belle or the foundation, visit the website.