Of all the attractions on Oahu, Pearl Harbor is easily the most popular, welcoming visitors to commemorate and honor the fallen heroes of the tragic attacks the occurred on December 7, 1941. A long time Naval Base, Pearl Harbor’s history dates back to ancient Hawaii, and was forever changed in the early morning hours nearly 80 years ago.
Today, the Naval Base is still active, and the monument and memorials at the Valor of the Pacific National Monument stand to remember and honor our heroes. A visit to Pearl Harbor is sure to change the way you look at World War II, and inspire patriotism, thanks to the brave sailors who fought off the attacks.
The monuments, memorials, and museums at Pearl Harbor are filled with intriguing war relics, and as tragic as the events were, it is a great experience to see authentic war memorabilia. Everything from sailor’s uniforms to battleships is found at Pearl Harbor, and the information and facts about the history of Pearl Harbor are incredible.
Visitors to Pearl Harbor are able to visit the following:
USS Arizona Memorial
Resting above the hull of the battleship, the USS Arizona Memorial is a somber reminder of the events that took place at Pearl Harbor. Navy operated ferryboats take visitors to the memorial for the chance to pay respects and feel the emotion of the attacks. The names of those who perished during the attacks are found on the Remembrance Wall, and the oil leak from the ship continues to seep out to this day.
USS Missouri Battleship
Forever looking over the USS Arizona Memorial, if there is something that will intimidate and provide protection, it’s the Mighty Mo. A highly celebrated war vessel, the USS Missouri is the site of the formal surrender by the Japanese, ending World War II, and also served in every war until the Gulf War in the early 1990’s!
USS Bowfin Submarine
Known as the Pearl Harbor Avenger, the USS Bowfin has a really incredible history, though somewhat controversial. Commissioned exactly 1 year after the attacks, the USS Bowfin served a long career, earned incredible honors, and helped to exact revenge following the Pearl Harbor attacks.
Pacific Aviation Museum
Aviation was a crucial part of World War II, and forever changed the world. Take a tour through an authentic hangar, and see many different planes that all saw service in various wars, including a Japanese Zero and the plane that President George H.W. Bush flew during World War I.
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