I just finished watching the History Channel's excellent series Battle 360. The series followed the USS Enterprise CV-6 throughout World War II using computer animation to show the battles that she fought in. The Enterprise fought in the Pacific from Pearl Harbor in 1941 to May of 1945 when it was hit by a kamikaze plane. The ship was eventually sold for scrap in 1958. The Enterprise was the most decorated ship of the War.
"The carrier that fought the most through the entire war..."
Dedicatory Plaque, Enterprise Tower, U.S. Naval AcademyBattle 360 is an enjoyable show and I would like to thank the History Channel for making a series about an outstanding part of U.S. History. I found it sad to learn that the Enterprise was eventually sold for scrap instead of becoming a museum for future generations to enjoy. As soon as I started watching this series a couple months ago, I immediately checked to see if the ship was still around today...but to no avail. It is disappointing that such an important part of our history was lost.
On another note, I found it refreshing to hear a few veterans of the Enterprise share their stories on the show. The men who served aboard the ship made it what she was. They were ordinary people who risked everything in service to their country. My generation is one where million-dollar actors and sports players are looked up to, but the men who fought on the Enterprise were truly heroes I admire.
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Saturday, May 3, 2008
"Battle 360" - What a Great Series!
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Rebecca,
ReplyDeleteRegarding the preservation of historic ships.
It may interest you to know that the third largest fleet in the entire world is comprised of preserved historic ships.
Here is the link to a video I have on Youtube which profiles the history and preservation the the Destroyer U.S.S. The Sullivans:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9GDuvRm-qM
As you'll see from the video it takes a great deal of work (and money) to keep these old ships afloat let alone open to visitors.
Keep on blogging!
Mannie
(myyearoflivingrangerously)
Thanks for your comment! And great video too!
ReplyDeleteHats off to the people who come from all over to keep the ships preserved for future generations!
Rebecca
Awesome post, that cannon looks amazing, cheers to your knowledge of history!
ReplyDeleteThanks! The picture with the cannon is one of my favorites!
ReplyDeleteI do need to start watching the History Channel more. I forget that's it there. I used to like the Modern Marvels series and might be in the background on one the are doing on Ice Cream, so I'll def have to start tuning in again.
ReplyDeleteThe History Channel has some very informative shows and some others that aren't so much. I've never seen Modern Marvels but there are about 2 shows a week that I'll take the time to watch!
ReplyDeleteA show on Ice Cream? Yum.. :)
Thanks!
Rebecca
Great writing there, Rebecca! I admire your involvement in history. Cute pic as well.
ReplyDeleteKeep writing and writing well!!!!
:))))StephA
Thanks!
ReplyDeleteRebecca
Hello Rebecca, My father (Korean war) and my Husband's father (WW 2) were war heros. Both men were highly decorated in the military. We watch the history channel much in our home. My husband is more of a history buff than I, we enjoy it. A year ago we went to BudaPest Hungary and sense that experience we have a new understanding for the jewish sufferings. We recently purchased and finished watching "War and Remembrance." Many great films about the history of WW 2. Best Wishes! Vicky
ReplyDeleteEveryone can recognize history when it happened, Everyone can recognize history after it has happened; but it is only the wise man who knows at the moment what is vital and permanent, what is lasting , and memorable. -- Winston Churchill
I understand, I lived in Krakow, Poland for 3 months last year and you get quite a sense of what Jewish and Polish people suffered in WWII.
ReplyDeleteI'll have to add "War and Remembrance" to my list of movies to watch!
Thanks!
Rebecca
The history channel is huge in our house.
ReplyDeleteSame here! :)
ReplyDeleteRebecca
I am in the Navy and for us WWII was in many ways the glory days. It was the last time the U.S. was involved in major ship to ship combat. I totally agree about the history channel! It is by far my favorite cable channel. Love the blog great content.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comments!
ReplyDeleteAnd thanks for your service to our country!
Rebecca
Yes, the History Channel does produce some great programming. Their show Dogfights is pretty cool. It too reenacts battles through the use of 3D animations that are pretty lifelike. Amazing stuff.
ReplyDeleteKeep up the good work on your blog. If you get a chance, maybe you can add to my website some of your favorite historic sites that you're visiting. :-)
I like the program Dogfights as well! Although I've only seen one episode, the 3-D animation was good too!
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