Time of Year: August 2008
Other Info: This was my second time to Pearl Harbour. The First time I was kid who did not understand the magnitude of what Pearl Harbour represents. Seeing the names on placards listening to Parks Ranger choked up in his speech before the movie telling of the events that occurred Dec 7th 1941 was not something that should be praised but remembered for the sacrifices of those who fell. One thing that really struck home was that Fathers and Sons fought and died next to each other forever changing family dynamics. The presentation reminded me that soldiers, any side, are human, they have souls, act, react, feel and are not heartless killing machines. The time on the monument was spent in silent, I remember feeling very Solemn, out of respect for the dead who still remain on the USS Arizona.
Our trip to the monument was spent on Public Transit, excellent system and is price friendly 4 day pass for 2 $40.00 unlimited use. I recommend for those concerned for the environment but like flying, to warm destinations, this is a way to give back. Travel may take longer by bus but it is definitely worth it.
Image: Google Maps
Yellow Circle Location of Pearl Harbour in relation to Oahu. The red circle is general location of Waikiki.
Image: Google MapsRed star is the location of Pearl Harbour
Anchor Chains at the entrance to the grounds building
This is what we were greeted with when we stepped out on to the grounds. There is still a heavy naval presence in Pearl Harbour.
Family members in who died in service December 7th 1941 Fathers next to Sons family dynamics changed forever.
The whole time out at the monument was spent in silence out of respect for the fallen
Oil seeping from the Arizona that rests at the bottom of Pearl Harbour.
The Grounds:
Anchor Chains at the entrance to the grounds buildingThis is what we were greeted with when we stepped out on to the grounds. There is still a heavy naval presence in Pearl Harbour.The Museum:
The cramped deck of a Japanese Aircraft Carrier
Battleship USS Arizona
The Monument:
The entrance to the monument
The wall of those who gave their lives in service Dec 7th, 1941
Family members in who died in service December 7th 1941 Fathers next to Sons family dynamics changed forever. The whole time out at the monument was spent in silence out of respect for the fallenOil seeping from the Arizona that rests at the bottom of Pearl Harbour.
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