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Mobile, Alabama
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The USS Alabama (BB-60) earned nine battle stars for her World War II service, participating in major operations in both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters.
The battleship was affectionately known as the 'Mighty A' by her crew and those who served aboard her.
After being decommissioned in 1947, the USS Alabama was saved from being scrapped by a campaign led by Alabama schoolchildren who raised funds to bring her to Mobile.
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park houses an impressive collection of historic aircraft, including a B-52 Stratofortress and an A-12 Blackbird spy plane.
The USS Drum (SS-228), a Gato-class submarine, is also part of the park's exhibits and is the oldest American submarine on public display.
The park features several memorials honoring Alabama veterans from various conflicts, providing a poignant reminder of the state's military history.
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1986, recognizing its significance in American naval history.
The park hosts several annual events, including Veterans Day celebrations and Living History Crew Drills, where visitors can experience life aboard a battleship.
