Lost and remembered, the USS Oklahoma Memorial at Pearl Harbor. This memorial isn’t about a triumphant battle or a glorious victory. It’s about loss. It’s about the 429 men who perished aboard the USS Oklahoma during the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The USS Oklahoma Memorial stands as a stark reminder of the human cost of war. The memorial, dedicated in 2007, is located on Ford Island, right next to the Battleship Missouri. It consists of 429 white marble columns, each one representing a sailor or Marine who lost their life on the Oklahoma. The columns stand in two concentric circles, symbolizing the hull of the overturned ship. The USS Oklahoma, a Nevada-class battleship, was moored on Battleship Row when the attack began. She was hit by nine torpedoes, causing her to capsize quickly. Many men were trapped inside. Rescue efforts saved 32 men, but for hundreds, there was no escape. The ship was later righted, but the damage was too extensive. She was decommissioned in 1944 and sold for scrap. In a strange twist of fate, the USS Oklahoma sank while being towed to California in 1947. Her final resting place remains a mystery to this day. The USS Oklahoma Memorial at Pearl Harbor ensures that those lost souls are not forgotten. Each white marble column stands tall, a silent testament to their sacrifice. It’s a place of reflection. A place to remember the men who served and gave their lives on that fateful day.
Building 90
Built in 1913 Building 90 stands proudly. It’s a testament to the past. This three-story concrete structure initially served a