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Meet Steve Mrozek: Historian, Author, and Explorer of the Past
Meet Steve Mrozek: Historian, Author, and Explorer of the Past
Steve’s passion for history and adventure has taken him across Europe and the Mediterranean for nearly five decades. Since 1977, he has been exploring battlefields and historical sites, sharing the stories of the past with those who join him. As a seasoned tour guide, Steve has led over 25 immersive tours, offering participants a chance to walk in the footsteps of history.
A proud veteran with 26 years of service in the U.S. Army, Steve’s distinguished career includes time as a paratrooper and deployment during the Afghan War. His dedication to preserving military history led to his role as the historian for the 82nd Airborne Division Association, where he walked the battlefields of World War II alongside veterans from Sicily to Berlin for many years. Now he shares his wealth of knowledge with all who want to learn and remember the "Greatest Generation".
Steve is also an accomplished author, with published works on airborne warfare that showcase his deep expertise and passion. Today, he serves as the Director of the Selfridge Military Air Museum, where he continues to honor and share the legacy of our nation’s military history.
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Steven J. Mrozek — WWII Historian, Museum Director & Battlefield Tour Guide
Steven J. Mrozek — WWII Historian, Museum Director & Battlefield Tour Guide
Steven J. Mrozek is a highly respected military historian, author, and battlefield guide specializing in World War II and airborne operations. With a distinguished career spanning decades of research, museum leadership, writing, and public history work, Steve brings unparalleled insight and passion to every tour and presentation.
Professional Summary
Professional Summary
Steve Mrozek combines scholarly expertise with firsthand military experience to create deeply engaging historical tours and educational programs. His work focuses on the human stories behind pivotal moments in WWII — from airborne operations to the broader strategic context of the European Theater. Steve’s ability to connect veterans’ experiences with the landscapes of history makes him a sought-after guide for battlefield tours.
Current Roles
Current Roles
Education Director and Curator, Selfridge Military Air Museum — Leading one of Michigan’s foremost aviation and military history institutions, Steve oversees exhibitions, educational programming, and community engagement initiatives.
WWII Battlefield Guide, WWII Victory Tours — Providing expert interpretation of battlefields in Normandy, Northern Europe, and other historic sites significant to the Allied campaigns.
Military & Professional Background
Military & Professional Background
Steve’s lifelong interest in military history grew from his own service and post-service work:
Served 26 years in the U.S. Army and Army National Guard, including attachment to 82nd Airborne units and deployment to Afghanistan.
Former National Historian for the 82nd Airborne Division Association, where he conducted extensive veteran interviews and research on airborne warfare.
Veteran paratrooper with more than 100 jumps, giving him a unique perspective on the airborne experience he interprets for tour guests.
Museum & Curatorial Experience
Museum & Curatorial Experience
Steve has built a strong reputation in historical and cultural institutions, including:
Education Director & Curator, Selfridge Military Air Museum
Professional roles at the Detroit Historical Museum and the National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum
Volunteer foundation and leadership roles in local and regional museum projects
Author & Historian
Author & Historian
Steve is the author and contributor of several books on military history, with a particular emphasis on airborne forces and their experiences in WWII.
His published works and editorial contributions are valuable resources for historians, enthusiasts, and scholars alike, and reflect a commitment to preserving the voices of veterans.
Public Speaking & Education
Public Speaking & Education
A dynamic speaker, Steve regularly presents at museums, lecture series, educational programs, and historical societies, bringing WWII history to life through storytelling grounded in primary source research.
Expertise & Focus Areas
Expertise & Focus Areas
Allied campaigns of WWII
Airborne operations — planning, execution, and veteran experience
Battlefield interpretation in Normandy and Western Europe
Military strategy, technology, and soldier life
Connecting historic landscapes with lived memory
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