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Honolulu, Hawaii
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The USS West Virginia was one of the battleships sunk during the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, but was later salvaged and returned to service in the Pacific Theater during World War II.
The mooring quay where the USS West Virginia was docked is part of the Pearl Harbor National Memorial, serving as a poignant reminder of the events of December 7, 1941.
The battleship was affectionately called 'Wee Vee' by her crew and played a significant role in the Pacific battles after being repaired post-Pearl Harbor.
After being repaired, the USS West Virginia participated in the Battle of Leyte Gulf in 1944, which was one of the largest naval battles in history.
The ship earned five battle stars for her service during World War II, highlighting her significant contributions to the war effort.
