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The Best Way To Get to Pearl Harbor
People often ask for the best way to get to the Pearl Harbor. Visiting Pearl Harbor is a must for anyone traveling to Oahu, but navigating transportation options can be [...]
Pearl Harbor, taken by surprise, during the Japanese aerial attack. Wreckage at Naval Air Station, Pearl Harbor., DoD Department of the Navy. Naval Photographic Center., 1943-1958, National Archives and Records Administration <https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/National_Archives_and_Records_Administration>, PD-USGov-Military Navy
Was the Pearl Harbor Attack Inspired by a Novel?
It’s a question for all who are both historic and novel lovers. Was the Pearl Harbor attack inspired by a novel? Inspiration often strikes from the most unexpected sources. For [...]
Facts About Punchbowl National Cemetery
There are several facts about the Punchbowl National Cemetery, officially known as the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, is a site of immense historical and cultural significance. Located in [...]
Scheduling a Pearl Harbor Tour: Tips for a Packed Itinerary
It can be tough to fit all your desired activities into your Oahu vacation, especially when there’s so much to explore. From the island’s lush forests to its miles of [...]
Other Targets: Schofield Barracks
Schofield Barracks, an iconic military installation on Oahu, played an unexpected role during the infamous Pearl Harbor attack on December 7, 1941. Originally established in the late 19th century, the [...]
Lot-824-4: WWII-Atlantic Convoys. U.S. Coast Guard Combat Photographer. Assigned to the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Spencer (WPG-36), Chief Petty Officer Jack January shot the pictures of Coast Guard Cutter Spencer sinking the U-boat. January, a former St. Louis newspaper cameraman, is wearing a helmet as protection against shrapnel and heavy weather gear. U.S. Coast Guard Photograph.,National Museum of the U.S. Navy <https://www.flickr.com/people/127906254@N06>, 2017, Flickr <https://www.flickr.com/photos/127906254@N06/40441775281/>,PD-USGov-DHS USCG
Best Pearl Harbor Tours for Shutterbugs
For any photography enthusiast, knowing where to find the perfect shot is a must, especially when visiting a historically rich and picturesque site like Pearl Harbor. The Pearl Harbor [...]
Doris "Dorie" Miller <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doris_Miller>, Mess Attendant Second Class, USN (1919-1943) just after being presented with the Navy Cross by Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, on board USS Enterprise (CV-6) at Pearl Harbor, 27 May 1942. The medal was awarded for heroism on board USS West Virginia (BB-48) during the Pearl Harbor Attack, 7 December 1941. Official U.S. Navy Photograph,US Navy; restored by User:Coffeeandcrumbs <https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Coffeeandcrumbs>, 1942,Naval History and Heritage Command <https://www.history.navy.mil/content/history/nhhc/our-collections/photography/us-people/m/miller--doris/80-G-408456.html>, PD-USGov-Military Navy
US Navy to Name New Aircraft Carrier After Doris Miller
The heroes of the December 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor attack have been acknowledged with numerous accolades, such as medals and memorials, and a few have even had naval ships named [...]
5 Pearl Harbor Heroes You Need to Know About
There were roles of many people in The attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, but the most important people whose role was eye-catching were known as heroes. Let’s [...]
Ships of Pearl Harbor: USS Ramsay
Ship of Pearl Harbor, The USS Ramsay (DD-124), a Wickes-class destroyer, played a unique and significant role during the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. Launched on [...]
The Visionary Architect of the USS Arizona Memorial
The USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor stands as a poignant tribute to the lives lost during the infamous attack on December 7, 1941. Among the numerous names associated [...]
How Was the USS Arizona Memorial Paid For?
The USS Arizona Memorial, a poignant tribute to the tragic events of December 7, 1941, when the battleship USS Arizona was sunk during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, [...]
Learning Pearl Harbor: What Is an Aircraft Carrier?
The attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, left a lasting impact on history, but some notable ships weren’t present that fateful day. Among them were the USS [...]
