Learning Pearl Harbor

Lesser-Known Facts About USS Arizona

May 14, 2021 ·

Today, the rusting hulk of the battleship USS Arizona (BB-39) sits at the bottom of Pearl Harbor. The USS Arizona Memorial, honoring the 1,177 men who perished when the ship exploded and sank during the attack of December 7, 1941, stands directly above. Those who visit the memorial may think they’ve heard everything there is […]

Understanding US Navy Ship Designations

March 04, 2020 ·

For a civilian, understanding the terminology used by the United States Navy can seem complicated. When it comes to something as simple as the naming of ships, there’s a lot to consider For instance, we know USS Arizona by the name she was given when she was commissioned into service. When you start to research […]

How Accurate Is the New Midway Movie?

November 26, 2019 ·

When you immerse yourself in history, it becomes clear how important it is for the theatrical movies that claim to depict real events to be as accurate as possible. While Hollywood often takes shortcuts to fit within a two-hour run-time, it shouldn’t omit or change key moments if the film is intended to come across […]

Pearl Harbor Survivors Tell Their Stories

October 19, 2019 ·

Before embarking on a Pearl Harbor tour, it's a great idea to get some background about the December 7, 1941 attack. First-hand accounts are the best way to get a feel for the events of that fateful day and the war that followed, but the number of Pearl Harbor survivors is dwindling all the time. […]

Pearl Harbor Survivors Tell Their Stories

October 19, 2019 ·

Before embarking on a Pearl Harbor tour, it's a great idea to get some background about the December 7, 1941 attack. First-hand accounts are the best way to get a feel for the events of that fateful day and the war that followed, but the number of Pearl Harbor survivors is dwindling all the time. […]

The US Navy Pearl Harbor Shuttle Boats

June 29, 2019 ·

Standing on the shoreline at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, you see that you’re separated from the USS Arizona Memorial by a stretch of water. Though you know that the memorial is included in your Pearl Harbor tour, you might be wondering how you’re going to get to it. Then you see the white Pearl […]

The US Navy Pearl Harbor Shuttle Boats

June 29, 2019 ·

Standing on the shoreline at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, you see that you’re separated from the USS Arizona Memorial by a stretch of water. Though you know that the memorial is included in your Pearl Harbor tour, you might be wondering how you’re going to get to it. Then you see the white Pearl […]

What Does it Mean When a Ship is Listing?

April 19, 2019 ·

Understanding the events of December 7, 1941 doesn’t require you to be an expert in naval or technical terminology. The memorials, museums, and other attractions provide a historical overview of the attack on Pearl Harbor, and the things you need to know, such as the names and fates of the many ships that were there […]

Terms To Know: Shakedown and Overhaul

January 24, 2019 ·

Reading through military history is likely to bring up a few unfamiliar words and phrases. For instance, what does it mean when a vessel undergoes a “shakedown cruise” or an “overhaul”? Understanding terms like these helps to expand your knowledge about naval operations, which will come in handy as you read up on some of […]

Why Don't We Call It the "Battle of Pearl Harbor"?

January 15, 2019 ·

Reading the history books about World War II and the War in the Pacific, you’ll find chapters on the Battle of Iwo Jima, the Battle of Okinawa, the Battle of Guadalcanal. What you won’t find, however, is a “Battle of Pearl Harbor.” It’s true that the events of December 7, 1941 launched the war that […]

Lesser-Known Facts About USS Arizona

Understanding US Navy Ship Designations

How Accurate Is the New Midway Movie?

Pearl Harbor Survivors Tell Their Stories

Pearl Harbor Survivors Tell Their Stories

The US Navy Pearl Harbor Shuttle Boats

The US Navy Pearl Harbor Shuttle Boats

What Does it Mean When a Ship is Listing?

Terms To Know: Shakedown and Overhaul

Why Don't We Call It the "Battle of Pearl Harbor"?

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