The U.S.S. Missouri & the End of WWII | History Traveler Episode 224

We've had the opportunity to visit a lot of different places from WWII but in this episode, we're going to the exact spot where it all ended on the U.S.S. Missouri. There are few words that we can say that can convey what a historically important place this is so we're going to just let the images speak for themselves. Enjoy!

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[lordstimpleton]

By far the most quality historical content on YouTube. I'm not sure what it is you add to the videos that make them such good quality, but keep doing it!

[rolfstaplesii]

I served aboard the Missouri during the Gulf War from 1990-92. I am glad you enjoyed your visit. You videos are some of the best on YouTube. Thank you for all your hard work!

[williambechmann]

I admire the decision to place the USS Missouri near the USS Arizona. These two battleships bookend the start and ending to the Pacific Campaign of World War II. Great job on all of your Pearl Harbor videos, JD!

[danielstout]

The History Underground channel is by far the best channel on YouTube I was stationed there a while back and seen all these historical sites and I want to thank you for keeping the History alive . Keep up the great work, look forward to watching future episodes.

[GhostofSicklesleg]

When I was in the Navy, I was on the USS Constellation CV-64 and off her flight deck I got to see the USS New Jersey fire her 16” guns. It was one of those things seen live, you never forget! Great video as always

[wardcook]

I am sure this was an important day for you, I know it was for me as well being from Missouri and seeing our namesake ship. We visited her and Pearl Harbor in September and it was a very emotional visit for me. My son (9 years old) also got an opportunity to drive the boat from the USS ARIZONA Memorial. What a special memory we will have of such an important place in American history. Thanks for also pointing out the fact that the two ships are facing each other in the symbolic nod to the beginning and ending of World War II. I always love your content. Take Care, and safe travels.

[Wreckdiver]

Thanks JD 👍
A lot of people don't realize that places like the USS Missouri and the Aviation Museum rely heavily on donations for their existence. It's awesome that people are willing to volunteer and donate to preserve these important parts of history.

[buddyslater]

JD, I'm a 74 year old Air Force veteran of the Vietnam Era, and I really enjoy your channel. I recently finished watching your tour of the pacific island battles, and I wonder if you plan to do the same with Korea & Vietnam. Your knowledge of the terrain and ebb and flow of the battles, make watching them a joy for a history buff such as myself.

[roxannashively]

So appropriate for the USS Missouri to be docked in Pearl Harbor. We visited it when it was in Bremerton, then saw it cruising into Hawaii from the air when leaving Honolulu. Quite a sight.

[epfanlife]

Absolutely loved every video from Pearl Harbor so far. Thank you so much for these awesome videos

[kennethreiver]

I am really enjoying this series every episode brings back memories of my Dad who was in Europe and two of my Uncles who were in the Pacific . Thanks

[TravelingToHistory]

JD, I really enjoyed the pearl harbor episodes and because of you i got a decent list to visit hahaha. Great work as always!

[jondoe]

Good lord, these episodes just get better and better. Thank you JD.

[stephenmorse]

Sir, I have been watching your incredible videos for a couple of years. I have always loved American History and by far you are an amazing person, so full of knowledge. You share so much pertinent and interesting information that it is truly remarkable to me. I would certainly recommend your videos to any American History teacher/professor and Historical Society so that all will truly appreciate and love the people who have done so much good for the USA through the ages. Keep up the fantastic work and God Bless! Steve - Massachusetts

[lwovert]

Great stuff again. I had the pleasure to re-enlist in the Navy in Pearl Harbor. I got to do it on the USS Arizona July 1999 and on USS Missouri in July 2002. That last re-enlistment on the Missouri took me to my Retirement in February 2006. Thank you for sharing this. It was a "GREAT HONOR" for me to do this in my career and not many people can lay claim to that.

[judygrandstrand]

Never enough time to see everything there is to see on the Missouri. Fascinating place.

[SoCal]

Absolutely fascinating. I learned quite a lot from this video. I was amazed to learn of the ceremonial respect given to a Kamikaze pilot to tried to do harm to the very ship in which he was honored from prior to his burial at sea. I wonder if they would have done that for one of ours? Thank you so much for these videos, they are absolutely amazing and greatly appreciated. 👍👍

[SpaceAce.]

I remember visiting that battleship when I was a kid during fleet week in San Fran in the 90s. It was still an active ship. When I saw the surrender deck I was hooked on history.

[MamaDee_]

Excellent video JD! I truly admire how you have brought the beginning and the end of WWII to light in this video. I never knew the significance of the bows of the Arizona and Missouri until today. This is why I love your videos. The little things you highlight that no one knows during the course of the war have so much meaning. Thank you.