BROADSIDE Newsletter

Winter 2017

Preservation | Restoration | Education | Community“OAHU BOMBED…!”
screamed the headlines
on December 7, 1941.
World War II had begun.
Seventy-five years later,
the USS Missouri overlooks the USS Arizona
and the resting place ofthe brave sailors who losttheir lives on that infamous day in 1941.
The commemoration of the75th Anniversary of theattack on Pearl Harbor, in honor of those who were lost and those
who survived the attack, was hosted by the National Park Service
and the United States Navy.
USS Arizona - December 7, 1941

The commemoration ceremony included guests of honor membersof the Pearl Harbor Survivors Association along with multiple generations of their families. Over1,500 students fromacross the country performed “A Gift of Music” atthe Battleship Missouri tohonor the sacrifices anddedication of our "GreatestGeneration."
Peace came to the world
on September 2, 1945 as
the Japanese surrendered aboard the BattlePearl Harbor Survivors honored
ship Missouri in Tokyoon December 7, 2016.
Bay. Today the USS Missouri is an historic reminder of our nation’s resolve and stands as atribute to the brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrificein service to their country.
We will never forget the courage and sacrificeof those who have gone before us. We willkeep their memory alive by telling their stories
and honoring their dedication and service.
To this end, the Battleship Missouri salutes ourveterans and the active duty men and women
who continue this legacy of Duty, Honor,Country.

“Friends of the Mighty Mo”
Membership Program
If you would like to support ourmission to preserve the Battleship
Missouri and share her story andplace in history, please consider
becoming a member of the“Friends of the Mighty Mo.”
Member benefits include freeadmission for one year, a 20%
discount for up to 5 persons whenaccompanied by a member,
along with free or discount admission to special events (e.g., Member Overnight Encampment andLiving History Day). In addition,members receive a 10% discountat the Battleshop Store.
Your membership purchase provides important funding to support the Battleship Missouri andhelps us fulfill our key mission
initiatives of Preservation, Restoration, Education, and Community Outreach.
To learn more about the Battleship Missouri and membershipwith Friends of the Mighty Mo,
visit us at www.ussmissouri.org
or send an email to:
donations@ussmissouri.org.

The USS Missouri Memorial Association is dedicated to preserving the Battleship Missouri and sharing her story and place in history.
63 Cowpens St., Honolulu, HI 96818 | 808.455.1600 | www.ussmissouri.org

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Winter 2017

LIVING HISTORY DAY
History came alive at the Battleship Missouri during its annual Living History Day
on January 28. The celebration commemorated the 73rd anniversary of the USS Missouri’s original launch into service in 1944
and the 18th anniversary of its location inPearl Harbor. It was a celebration and exhibition of historical organizations, culturalmuseums, and active duty commands.
Living History Day reenactors

Mike Carr, President/CEOVisitors remarked how they thoroughly enjoyed the numerous activities available designed for the entire family. “This was afun day for everyone including guests and staff on board the Battleship Missouri,”commented a participant.

Thank you for your support of theBattleship Missouri in 2016. We welcomed a record 600,000 paid visitors
and we had a very successful financial year.

The Battleship Missouri’s Living History Day
is a unique ship-wide staff collaboration coordinated by the Education Department. Our
team serves together to preserve the Battleship Missouri and creatively share her story
and place in history. To learn more and tosupport our mission, visit us atwww.ussmissouri.org.
Alfred Rodrigues, Pearl Harbor Survivor,

The 75th anniversary of the attack on
Pearl Harbor provided us with a boost
in international attention and attendance during the December 7th weeklong Remembrance Events. Advanceplanning for the 75th Anniversary of
the End of WWII (September 2, 2020)
has already begun—please staytuned for announcements regarding
this significant event.

and a young friend

THE CREW’S ROOM EXHIBIT“We all sometimes lose sightof the Missouri as more than
the steel and teak that she ismade of; we forget that she
is also filled with the memories of those who made herlive and breathe,” commented Mike Weidenbach, theUSS Missouri’s curator, in his
description of the Crew’sRoom Exhibit.

Crew’s Room Exhibit Entry Panel and ThemeThe USS Missouri’s newest exhibit is located on the second deck aft and contains
a collection of artifacts donated by generations of former crew members. This
design provides a glimpse of their life-at-sea aboard the Battleship Missouri.
If you have information or materials
that you would like to share with ourarchives and collections, please email
Mike Weidenbach atcurator@ussmissouri.org.
The Battleship Missouri is dedicatedto preserve the memories and tell thestories of those who served on her
decks for future generations.

We enter 2017 with a full slate of capital projects. The Superstructure Repair Project is now underway alongwith many other less visible projects. I
tip my hat to our Engineering Staffand contractors who labor long, hard
hours on strategic projects while
maintaining safe access to the ship
for our many guests.
Approximately $6 million will be spent
as we continue our efforts to restore
and preserve the Battleship Missouri
for decades to come. Of course, these
expenditures are not possible without
your ongoing support. The USS Missouri Board of Directors and I would
like to thank you for your continued
support of our mission to preserve theMighty Mo and share her story andplace in history.
Happy 2017!

Mike Carr, President/CEOUSS Missouri Memorial AssociationThe USS Missouri Memorial Association is dedicated to preserving the Battleship Missouri and sharing her story and place in history.
63 Cowpens St., Honolulu, HI 96818 | 808.455.1600 | www.ussmissouri.org