The USS Arizona (BB-39) was a United States Navy Pennsylvania-class battleship that served during World War II. It is primarily known for its tragic sinking during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The attack on the USS Arizona and other American naval vessels in Pearl Harbor propelled the United States into World War II.The USS Arizona was laid down in 1914 and commissioned in 1916. It had a displacement of over 31,000 tons and was armed with a main battery of twelve 14-inch guns. The battleship was named after the state of Arizona and played a role in various operations and exercises in the Pacific before the outbreak of World War II.On the morning of December 7, 1941, the USS Arizona was moored at Battleship Row in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, when it was struck by a bomb dropped by a Japanese aircraft. The bomb penetrated the ship's deck and ignited its forward magazine, causing a massive explosion. The resulting fire and subsequent sinking claimed the lives of 1,177 crew members, constituting the largest single loss of life on any U.S. battleship during the war.The wreck of the USS Arizona remains at the bottom of Pearl Harbor to this day and serves as a memorial to the lives lost during the attack. The USS Arizona Memorial, dedicated in 1962, was constructed above the sunken battleship and is visited by numerous visitors each year.The USS Arizona holds a significant place in the history of the United States and is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during World War II. It stands as a symbol of the attack on Pearl Harbor and the subsequent American involvement in the war.
Measures 32 x 24.