Preserving America’s Hidden Cold War Legacy
Honoring the life and service of MSgt John J. Daly through the preservation of a remarkable Cold War archive spanning postwar Japan, Trieste, Berlin, Vietnam, and Southeast Asia.
Through museum partnerships, public education, and historical preservation, the Foundation works to ensure these stories remain accessible to future generations.
The collection preserves four decades of Cold War history through documents, photographs, films, military orders, publications, correspondence, and artifacts documenting nearly three decades of military and intelligence service during some of the Cold War's most significant events.
Preserving a Cold War Legacy
Our Mission
The John J. Daly Cold War Legacy Foundation preserves and shares a remarkable collection documenting four decades of military and intelligence service during the Cold War.
Through museum partnerships, educational initiatives, public exhibitions, and digital preservation efforts, the Foundation works to ensure these stories remain accessible for future generations.
Collection Highlights
Extensive collection of original documents, photographs, and artifacts
Service records spanning postwar Japan, Trieste, Berlin, Vietnam, and Southeast Asia
Berlin Wall and Cold War-era photography
Foreign Technology Division and aerospace intelligence materials
Personal correspondence, travel documents, and military publications
Family artifacts documenting life during the Cold War
Current Preservation Efforts
• Allied Museum Berlin — Donation agreement signed for 163 archival items
• Collection materials currently under review by Tennessee museums and archives
• Ongoing preservation, cataloging, and digitization efforts
Today, these materials are being preserved and shared through partnerships with museums, archives, and educational institutions in both the United States and Germany.
The John J. Daly Cold War Legacy Foundation exists to preserve and share the life, service, and historical legacy of MSgt John J. Daly while promoting a greater understanding of Cold War history through education, preservation, and public access.
