Why can't they remove the USS Arizona?
Why can't they remove the USS Arizona? Due to the extensive damage from the fire and explosions, it was determined that the majority could not be recovered and should be left as a permanent memorial to the men who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor. The damage to the ship was so extensive that there was no way it could have ever been salvaged.
What is not allowed at Pearl Harbor?
Bags, packages, or containers that offer concealment, such as purses, handbags, backpacks, fanny packs, camera bags, diaper bags, luggage, etc. that exceed the measurements of 1.5 X 2.25 X 5.5, are not allowed at the monument.
Can you touch the USS Arizona?
The displays in the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center aren't meant to be touched and other locations, specifically the USS Arizona Memorial, require quiet and respectful behavior from everyone.
Are there still skeletons on the USS Arizona?
Of the 1,177 USS Arizona sailors and Marines killed at Pearl Harbor, more than 900 could not be recovered and remain entombed on the ship, which sank in nine minutes. A memorial built in 1962 sits above the wreckage. Sixty died on the Utah, and three have been interred there.
Will USS Arizona ever be raised?
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the short answer is no; she'll likely remain submerged in the harbor until she completely erodes down to nothing.
Does oil still leak from USS Arizona?
Fuel continues to leak from USS Arizona's wreckage. However, despite the raging fire and ravages of time, some 500,000 gallons are still slowly seeping out of the ship's submerged wreckage: Nearly 70 years after its demise, Arizona continues to spill up to 9 quarts of oil into the harbor each day.
Can you still go out to USS Arizona?
The National Park Service (NPS) in partnership with Pacific Historic Parks offers daily programs that include a movie about the December 7th, 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and a boat ride to the USS Arizona Memorial. The Boat tours start at 8:00 am and go through 3:30pm daily.