Most visitors to Pearl Harbor head to one of the most historic sites in Hawaii to view the USS Arizona Memorial and learn a bit about the history of the attacks of December 7, 1941 and World War II. While here, many are surprised to find out that one of the most decorated warships in United States history is permanently docked and available for tours. And a tour of the USS Missouri Battleship is not to be missed.
The presence of the vessel is striking and shows off the incredible power and technology that was available to the military during the days when technology wasn’t nearly as advanced as it is today. The Mighty Mo as she is known proudly served in every war or conflict beginning in 1944, fighting her final battle in the Gulf War in 1991. In between, she was decommissioned in 1955 and recommissioned in 1984, before finally retiring and making her permanent home at Pearl Harbor in 1999.
Though her history is long, she will forever be known as the location where the formal surrender of World War II was signed. While you’re exploring the battleship, you will eventually find yourself on the surrender deck, viewing the exact spot where the war came to an end. The interior of the ship is impressive and overwhelming, with many rooms, knobs, controls, and hidden corridors. But a tour through the Might Mo is incredible, and a must when visiting Pearl Harbor.
Though the USS Arizona Memorial is currently closed, a breathtaking view of the memorial is available from the deck of the ship, looking out over the harbor to the memorial and a great view of Oahu. With a guided deck tour of the Mighty Mo, you will learn all about the complexity of the battleship and discover some very interesting facts about her history and current state. Rumor has it that it would not take a significant amount of time to get her up and running for action!
It is not everyday that you get to see a battleship with the long list of accomplishments that the USS Missouri has. Her history is quite impressive, and with her permanent home at Pearl Harbor, she is stationed to forever watch over the USS Arizona Memorial. There are many great Pearl Harbor Tours available and a tour of the Mighty Mo should be high on your list of things to do in Hawaii.
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