USS Missouri Battleship "The Mighty Mo"

To commemorate Veterans Day, I would like to show some photos of the USS Missouri Battlehsip. When you are on Oahu, consider touring the USS Missouri, also known as the Mighty Mo. The USS Missouri has a deep history and now proudly resides in “battleship row” near the USS Arizona and the USS Bowfin in Pearl Harbor.

Probably one of the greatest events in Mighty Mo’s history is that it hosted Japan’s official surrender to the US and marked the end of World War II. When you visit the Mighty Mo, you will see a plaque that commemorates the historic spot.

Just how big is the Missouri? If you could stand the ship on end, it would be 332 feet taller than the Washington Monument. The nine 16-inch guns are the Mighty Mo’s trademark feature. Each gun barrel is to  approximately 67 feet long, weighs an incredible 116 tons, and can fire a 2,700-pound shell 23 miles in 50 seconds — with pinpoint accuracy. The Missouri was the last U.S. battleship to be launched and the last to be decommissioned. She was also the most formidable.

On this Veterans Day, I urge everyone to spend some time to thank those who have served our country in uniform. Thank You