USS Oklahoma

The USS Oklahoma was a battleship of the United States Navy, launched in 1914 and notably active during World War II. It gained infamy for its role in the Pearl Harbor attack on December 7, 1941, where it was struck by torpedoes and capsized, resulting in the loss of 429 crew members. The ship's sinking symbolized the broader impact of the surprise attack on the U.S. Navy. After the war, efforts were made to recover the remains of the sailors, and the Oklahoma’s wreck was ultimately salvaged, highlighting the importance of honoring those who served aboard.