patriots point museum
Walk In the Footsteps Of Heroes
Walk in the steps of heroes at the Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum. Tour the USS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier and USS Laffey Destroyer, get up close to historical aircraft, and engage in a unique hands-on history lesson like no other!
USS Yorktown CV-10
Built in an amazing 16 ½ months at Newport News, Virginia, YORKTOWN was commissioned on April 15, 1943. World War II’s famous “Fighting Lady” would participate significantly in the Pacific offensive that began in late 1943 and ended with the defeat of Japan in 1945. In 1975, this historic ship was to sent Charleston to become the centerpiece of Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum.
medal of honor museum
The Medal of Honor Museum pays special tribute to American heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice, ranging from the very first Medal of Honor recipients during the Civil War all the way to the War On Terror in Iraq and Afghanistan. It is also home to the Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Society members share the distinct honor of wearing our nation’s highest award for military valor. The Medal of Honor Museum is located on aboard the historic aircraft carrier USS Yorktown.
Vietnam experience exhibit
Become part of the crew, as Patriots Point brings the history of the Vietnam War to life in this fully immersive 2 ½ acre exhibit that brings Marine officers to life through holograms in an exciting 3-D production. Set in a “Brown Water Navy” support base and a U.S. Marine Corps artillery fire base during the Tet Offensive and the Battle of Khe Sanh in 1968. The Vietnam Experience Exhibit also serves as a place for the two million Vietnam veterans in the United States to reflect and reconnect with their experiences during their years of service.
places to stay
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