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Best Pearl Harbor Tours for Shutterbugs

October 04, 2019 ·

For any photography buff, knowing how and where to get the best shots is vital, and the Pearl Harbor National Memorial is no exception. There is so much to see (and photograph) here. So, what are the best Pearl Harbor tours for shutterbugs? When booking your Pearl Harbor tour, any of these options will help […]

Three Events That Altered the Course of the War

October 02, 2019 ·

At the start of the War in the Pacific, the United States had suffered devastating defeats that made it seem as if the Empire of Japan could conquer the Pacific. Still reeling from the December 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, the Americans and their allies had a long way to go before they could […]

How Battleships Were Named

September 26, 2019 ·

When learning about the ships that were at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, you may start to wonder about some of their names. For example, you might be thinking about how battleships were named. The history of the US Navy goes back more than 200 years, and in that time, many vessels have come […]

Last Chapter of the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association Disbands

September 25, 2019 ·

The last chapter of the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association held its final meeting in September, 2019, marking the official end of the historic association. Carnation Chapter 3 in La Mesa, CA hosted its last meeting after the passing of Navy Capt. Jack Evans left the organization without a vice president. The chapter’s president, Stuart Hedley, […]

Why Pay for a Pearl Harbor Tour?

September 20, 2019 ·

One of the first pieces of information about visiting Pearl Harbor you're likely to come across is that tickets for the Pearl Harbor National Memorial, including the USS Arizona Memorial program, are free. Which brings up the very reasonable question, "Why pay for a Pearl Harbor tour?" Actually, there are several good reasons. Let’s take […]

Beyond Pearl Harbor - Other Sights on Tour

September 20, 2019 ·

All Pearl Harbor tours include the USS Arizona Memorial program, and many add in some or all of the other attractions there. But what about after you've seen the Pearl Harbor sites included in your tour? Is there more to see on the return to Waikiki? Actually, there are four unique and fascinating sights beyond […]

Ships of Pearl Harbor: USS St. Louis

September 18, 2019 ·

USS St. Louis (CL-49), a Brooklyn-class light cruiser, was launched on April 15, 1938 and commissioned into the US Navy on May 19, 1939. She was the fifth ship of the Navy to bear the name of the Midwestern city. After her initial shakedown, completed in October of 1939, USS St. Louis began operating in the […]

USS Arizona Survivor Lauren Bruner Dies at 98

September 14, 2019 · Jason Alghussein

More than 75 years ago, thousands of men—some of them still in their teens—put their lives on the line when the Imperial Japanese Navy launched its attack on Pearl Harbor. Among them was Lauren Bruner, who was serving aboard USS Arizona (BB-39) when the mighty battleship exploded and sank after being hit by armor-piercing bombs. […]

Your Time Aboard the USS Arizona Memorial

September 11, 2019 ·

For many travelers to Oahu, visiting Pearl Harbor is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Even if you’re not a big history buff, it's still a place of great significance. Now that the repairs and maintenance have been completed, we've come up with some tips on how to get the most out of your time aboard the USS […]

Considerations When Choosing a Pearl Harbor Tour

September 05, 2019 ·

Pearl Harbor tours come in all shapes and sizes. Some take under five hours, others can run upwards of 11. There are those that visit every attraction and those that take you beyond Pearl Harbor to other sites around Oahu. When it comes to choosing a Pearl Harbor tour, your options are virtually limitless. There […]

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Best Pearl Harbor Tours for Shutterbugs

Three Events That Altered the Course of the War

How Battleships Were Named

Last Chapter of the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association Disbands

Why Pay for a Pearl Harbor Tour?

Beyond Pearl Harbor - Other Sights on Tour

Ships of Pearl Harbor: USS St. Louis

USS Arizona Survivor Lauren Bruner Dies at 98

Your Time Aboard the USS Arizona Memorial

Considerations When Choosing a Pearl Harbor Tour

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