Naval Legends: Missouri | World of Warships

The new episode is going to tell you about the legendary battleship that became a symbol of the end of World War II.
On the eve of the anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, which marked the beginning of the Pacific War, we're going to tell you about a legendary battleship that became a symbol of the end of the Second World War—Missouri. On September 2, 1945, the Japanese Instrument of Surrender, which officially marked the end of World War II, was signed on board this famous ship.
The ship participated in numerous operations after the end of World War II. Her name was struck off the naval register only in 1995—not that long ago by historical standards. But how did the ship manage to maintain her efficiency throughout the years?

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[ISAFMobius]

They never talked about her last combat duty when she fought off alien invaders in 2012

[rallsanti]

Knowing the history.... did anyone else tear up a bit at the part about the kamikaze's?.... That and the salute to the Arizona at the end got me too...

[drunksquirrel]

Married my wife whos from Japan on beach of Oahu back in June of 2019 and we went to Pearl Harbor after our wedding and both got to stand on USS Missouri at the very spot where Japan had surrendered. It was very surreal to think of how different the world was just 78 years ago and that our union would have been unthinkable back then.

Even more ironic because I looked around the main deck of the ship near Turrent #2 where my wifes country finally gave up their pride and surrendered, half the tourists we saw were Japanese with translator guides. My wife was very open minded and courious to see the "American" version of history as she had been tought differently growing up in Japan in the late 80s and 90's about Pearl Harbor and the ar.

I was however REALLY BUMMED out I couldn't see/pay respects to the Arizona because it was closed due to damage to the anchor system. Would have been another childhood dream come true on that trip.

When I first got off the tour bus, I had a wave of emotion, feeling just awe to know that I was at the very spot where so much history was created and so much life was lost, all I could do was say a prayer before I kept

[american]

I actually got the opportunity to talk with a member of the crew from Missouri earlier this year! He was there during the surrender of Japan and told me stories about the crew and the ship! She represents my home state in the best way!

[arfgrogue]

The iowa class, probably one of the finest battleships of WW2, no match. Imagine what the showdown would have been like between any of the iowa class and the yamato, the biggest battleship ever made went face to face!

[antonleimbach]

Seeing all the enlisted sailors watching the Japanese surrender is amazing. How many times in history has the lower ranks been present when a major war ends. There is something so American about that moment, it makes me proud.

[receiving]

Still gets me in the feels when people mention the Missouri stands watch over her lost sister Arizona

[yodatw]

I served on board. What an incredible Dreadnaught she will always be. I shined that very plaque on the Quarterdeck with nevr dull many times on mid watches. It led me to a great career I wish I could have served my entire career on board what I will always view as the place I became a man. A piece of me will reside on her hallowed decks and in her history forever.

[tyrantbane]

I consider my 3 week long layover in Hawaii while with the USMC one of the most fortunate events of my life thus far. Getting to set foot on Missouri was one of many highlights of my time there. I truly do appreciate WG making these videos highlighting the lives of such historic ships as Missouri. I don't use twitter so no Missouri for me.

[zackandstuffs]

its over guys someone already won..

my Iowa class battleship collection wont be complete anymore.. I only needed Missouri

[anthonyrenaud]

It was a honor to visit both The USS Missouri (BB-63) and The Arizona memorial.

[alpha]

This ship's story was so great, that it made me cry out of sheer respect.
I want to be on board her at least once in my life.

[cowerdnerddespacito]

I was born in Arizona and I find it comforting that the beginning of WW2 is just meters away from the ending and that the Missouri is watching over my state’s ship

[lancesay]

saw her in pearl harbor for the first time in summer of 2017, what an amazing ship! the first time i saw this lady and stepped on her teakwood deck was back in november 13, 1990, the same day she was underway to persian gulf.

i called her home from november 13, 1990 to march 31, 1992, on the decommissioned date. home sweet home for all them days. i'm so fortunate to have served on this lady, and went to war on this battleship.

[tjwarden]

The four Iowa sisters aren’t retired, they’re just sleeping.
Waiting for the US to call on them again

[cryzzn]

Better make a naval legends on Wisconsin soon. Before that famous temper strikes again!

[wertlyfleming]

I wish the BATTLESHIPs were never decommissioned.

[GhostTrueCapitalist]

Missouri got hit by a kamikaze but it literally shrugged it off and continued the fight. Fires were quickly extinguished and no American lives were lost.

[knoxbennett]

I love that ship. I am a plank owner from her recommissioning In 1986. What an honor to sail on her