Pearl Harbor / WW II Valor in the Pacific National Monument is a historical site located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The monument is dedicated to the memory of the attack on Pearl Harbor, which occurred on December 7, 1941, and the valor of those who served in World War II. The site is spread over several locations, including the USS Arizona Memorial, the USS Bowfin Submarine Museum and Park, the Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor, and the Battleship Missouri Memorial.
The USS Arizona Memorial is the most visited site at the monument. It is a floating memorial built over the remains of the USS Arizona, which was sunk during the attack on Pearl Harbor. Visitors can take a boat ride to the memorial and pay their respects to the 1,177 sailors and Marines who lost their lives on the ship.
The USS Bowfin Submarine Museum and Park is a museum dedicated to the history of submarines and the role they played in World War II. Visitors can tour the USS Bowfin, a submarine that served in the war, and learn about the daily life of submariners.
The Pacific Aviation Museum Pearl Harbor is a museum dedicated to the history of aviation in the Pacific. Visitors can see a collection of aircraft from World War II, including a Japanese Zero and an American P-40 Warhawk.
The Battleship Missouri Memorial is a museum dedicated to the USS Missouri, the ship on which the Japanese surrender was signed, ending World War II. Visitors can tour the ship and learn about its history and the role it played in the war.
Overall, Pearl Harbor / WW II Valor in the Pacific National Monument is a must-visit site for anyone interested in the history of World War II. The monument offers a unique opportunity to learn about the events that led up to the war, the attack on Pearl Harbor, and the valor of those who served in the war.
Hours:
Monday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM,
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM,
Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM,
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM,
Friday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM,
Saturday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM,
Sunday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
