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History's Not Your Thing. Visit Pearl Harbor Anyway.

January 28, 2019 ·

Not everyone is an American history buff. Or any history, for that matter. World History may not have been your strongest subject and you’ve yet to spend more than five minutes watching a History Channel special. Does that mean you shouldn’t bother visiting the historic sites at Pearl Harbor when you're visiting Hawaii? Not at […]

The Alamo Scouts of the Pacific Theater

January 25, 2019 ·

When the Imperial Japanese Navy struck Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, it launched an armed conflict that would lead to the creation of many specialized teams throughout the Pacific Theater. The War in the Pacific became a proving ground for men to show what they were capable of, and one shining example of that […]

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 […]

Ships of Pearl Harbor: USS Phoenix

January 23, 2019 ·

Named in honor of Arizona’s capital city, the light cruiser USS Phoenix (CL-46) was launched in March of 1938 and commissioned into the US Navy on October 3. Her initial shakedown included calls at Port of Spain, Trinidad and continued to Santos, Brazil, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Montevideo, Uruguay, and San Juan, Puerto Rico. In March […]

Pearl Harbor Survivor Milton Mapou Dies at 97

January 18, 2019 ·

You may not know the name Milton Mapou, but the Central Ohio native was an American hero and a treasure to those who knew him. Mapou was present at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, when the Japanese launched their deadly attack. Since then, he’s been a link to the tragic events of that fateful […]

How Can I Minimize Walking at Pearl Harbor?

January 17, 2019 ·

A visit to the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument is primarily a walking experience. From the moment you arrive at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, you’re on your feet, trekking from one exhibit to the next. This may not be ideal for all visitors, especially those with mobility issues or others […]

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 […]

Why Take a Guided Pearl Harbor Tour?

January 11, 2019 ·

We get it. You’re the independent type. You enjoy exploring new things on your own, and the idea of sharing a new experience with strangers doesn’t appeal to you. You're not the only one. There are many activities where you’re better left to your own devices, but when it comes to gaining a better understanding […]

Read Before You Go: All the Gallant Men

January 10, 2019 ·

Every Pearl Harbor survivor has a fascinating story to tell. On the morning of December 7, 1941, an aerial striking force of the Imperial Japanese Navy launched a surprise attack that left more than 2,400 Americans dead. Those who survived experienced what must have been the most grueling day of their lives. Men like Donald […]

Jack Vaessen and USS Utah

January 07, 2019 ·

The morning of December 7, 1941 on the island of Oahu was chaos. While it’s likely that most of the sailors and Marines there knew exactly what was going on, that wasn’t the case for John “Jack” Vaessen, a ship’s electrician serving aboard the former battleship USS Utah (BB-31/AG-16). Though Utah had long since been […]

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History's Not Your Thing. Visit Pearl Harbor Anyway.

The Alamo Scouts of the Pacific Theater

Terms To Know: Shakedown and Overhaul

Ships of Pearl Harbor: USS Phoenix

Pearl Harbor Survivor Milton Mapou Dies at 97

How Can I Minimize Walking at Pearl Harbor?

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

Why Take a Guided Pearl Harbor Tour?

Read Before You Go: All the Gallant Men

Jack Vaessen and USS Utah

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