Loved being on this ship. Plank Owner and first person to physically report aboard PreCom Wisconsin in Norfolk, VA for her last re-commissioning. PNSN Lindley reported aboard the next day and then HM3 Aldo (and ashamed to say I can't think of his last name... UGH!). What a time... and then Pascagoula! I retired off the Enterprise and the Wisky and the Big "E" were both fantastic commands. Thanks for the tour!
I was on the USS Kalamazoo during the gulf war and remember having USS Wisconsin and USS Missouri with us either giving them fuel, stores and ammo amazing battle ships glad to c all Iowa battle ships as museums now
Thanks for this video. I was on the Wisconsin at Nauticus shortly after 9/11. She was still classified as in mothballs, and there was no internal tour, and a sailor standing guard by the missile batteries. I had a bit of pride touring it as it was partially the USS Kentucky - my home state.
@@WalkwithHistory I have followed the New Jersey channel for over 2 years. Ryan, the curator does many great videos and may be a good interview for your channel as they are about to go into drydock. He is a solid educator and collaborates with other maritime museums. Take care!
If you want to see more detailed videos from the Wisconsin…head over to the Nauticus TH-cam channel. They have a bunch of great videos (link in this video description) 😊
Thanks for all you do to honor the history of our country and the people who made it what it is. I hope that when you were in Norfolk you visited the MacArthur Memorial right up the street from the Wisconsin.
@@WalkwithHistory You know what is cool about the coincidences between USS Wisconsin and General MacArthur? His "hometown" (if he could even claim anywhere to be his hometown because he was an Army brat so he was from everywhere) was officially Wisconsin as stated when he enrolled in West Point and his father's family was from Wisconsin. Wisconsin's number is BB-64 and MacArthur passed away (actually 60 years ago this month) in 1964. I really do wonder if Norfolk ended up with USS Wisconsin and not USS Iowa because of the MacArthur connection because the City of Norfolk owns both the MacArthur Memorial and USS Wisconsin. The other 3 Iowa-class battleships are owned by private organizations/non-profits, not a government entity like USS Wisconsin.
So interesting! I had no idea they no longer made battleships but I am so grateful for those who served on them. Once again, thank you for taking me somewhere that I have never been. Blessings!
@@jonnyblayze5149 There has also been no USN battles in the open seas since 1945. Just artillery duels in Korea with coastal artillery and riverboat battles in Vietnam.
@@jonnyblayze5149 My point makes more sense than your nonsensical trollish "Yeah havent made them in about 80years". Trolls like you deserve trollish responses.
I get to spend time on the USS Massachusetts a South Dakota class, in Fall River, MA with some other vessels, including the remains of JFK's PT-109 when we do WW2 events, always impressive exploring the ships & submarine there.
I discovered your channel a couple months ago and really enjoy it. I always learn something from you, even on subjects I've studied in the past. Thanks and keep 'em coming.
if you can find a copy of the state of wisconsin blue book of 1946, there is a story about the silver service.. in 1945 after the war ended the silver service was sent to Philadelphia for cleaning and up dating. the dedication of the silver service was to take place in san Francisco in october, as the time neared the silver service was no where's to be found. after much searching the shipping dock in san francisco was contacted, they said that there was a box on the dock with wisconsin cheese in it, that box was the silver service, several thousands of dollars worth of silver.
Another good video young lady ! Thank you for your work. PS. You are AWESOME at what you do.the only problem I see with your videos is THERE AINT ENOUGH OF THEM !!!! THANK you Frank from Montana....
The USS WISONSIN took a direct hit from a 155-mm howitzer from the shore during the Korean War. The Big Whiskey returned fire with a full salvo obliterating the shore battery. The CO of an escort destroyer signaled to the 64's skipper, "Temper, temper!" Three sailors were wounded.
@@raygalles2517 well you've read wrong. There's plenty of videos with the 16s firing with people on deck. A few with media crews and cameras set up and such
I have not been to Norfolk since the late 1980s. It's probably a good idea to take a trip back there. Side note to all: I have stood on the flight deck of the USS Enterprise, when she was in port.
That was really interesting! I love talking to the guys who sailed on a ship or were in a battle. Something about a 1st hand account. What Captain donated the jacket? The last CO of the ship?
Yes, I believe it was the last captian of the ship…I may actually link the full uncut interview with Keith in this video description. Thanks for the idea!
Want to dive deeper into the History of the US Battleships? talkwithhistory.com/battleship-wisconsin
Loved being on this ship. Plank Owner and first person to physically report aboard PreCom Wisconsin in Norfolk, VA for her last re-commissioning. PNSN Lindley reported aboard the next day and then HM3 Aldo (and ashamed to say I can't think of his last name... UGH!). What a time... and then Pascagoula! I retired off the Enterprise and the Wisky and the Big "E" were both fantastic commands. Thanks for the tour!
How cool! Thank you for your service and your kind words. 😊
I was on the USS Kalamazoo during the gulf war and remember having USS Wisconsin and USS Missouri with us either giving them fuel, stores and ammo amazing battle ships glad to c all Iowa battle ships as museums now
That is so neat you got to see them underway. Thank you for watching.
Plank owner MM3 Doug Byrne I served onboard in #2 engine room, great ship and made a lot of friends. We were 1st ones on and last ones off.
How cool! Yes I remember how hard the engineers on my ship worked. 😊
The last of a kind. Amazing. Priceless. Also love the enthusiasm Jenn shows while filming. Awesome. TY Jenn. Cheers y’all.
Thank you for all the support always.
Served 2 years on this beautiful ship from 88-90. Marine Detachment, plank owner
How cool! Thank you for your service. 😊
I loved exploring Missouri's battleship pilot house!
Thanks for this video. I was on the Wisconsin at Nauticus shortly after 9/11. She was still classified as in mothballs, and there was no internal tour, and a sailor standing guard by the missile batteries. I had a bit of pride touring it as it was partially the USS Kentucky - my home state.
Thank you for sharing that! It has a very proud heritage 😊
@@WalkwithHistory I have followed the New Jersey channel for over 2 years. Ryan, the curator does many great videos and may be a good interview for your channel as they are about to go into drydock. He is a solid educator and collaborates with other maritime museums. Take care!
If you want to see more detailed videos from the Wisconsin…head over to the Nauticus TH-cam channel. They have a bunch of great videos (link in this video description) 😊
What an awesome ship! Thank you for the video!
Our pleasure!
Thanks for all you do to honor the history of our country and the people who made it what it is. I hope that when you were in Norfolk you visited the MacArthur Memorial right up the street from the Wisconsin.
I used to work there. We have an entire video from the memorial too. Thank you for the suggestion!!!
@@WalkwithHistory You know what is cool about the coincidences between USS Wisconsin and General MacArthur? His "hometown" (if he could even claim anywhere to be his hometown because he was an Army brat so he was from everywhere) was officially Wisconsin as stated when he enrolled in West Point and his father's family was from Wisconsin. Wisconsin's number is BB-64 and MacArthur passed away (actually 60 years ago this month) in 1964. I really do wonder if Norfolk ended up with USS Wisconsin and not USS Iowa because of the MacArthur connection because the City of Norfolk owns both the MacArthur Memorial and USS Wisconsin. The other 3 Iowa-class battleships are owned by private organizations/non-profits, not a government entity like USS Wisconsin.
So interesting! I had no idea they no longer made battleships but I am so grateful for those who served on them. Once again, thank you for taking me somewhere that I have never been. Blessings!
Happy to share this one! 😁
Yeah havent made them in about 80years🙄
@@jonnyblayze5149 There has also been no USN battles in the open seas since 1945. Just artillery duels in Korea with coastal artillery and riverboat battles in Vietnam.
@@nogoodnameleft uh....ok? You're point?
@@jonnyblayze5149 My point makes more sense than your nonsensical trollish "Yeah havent made them in about 80years". Trolls like you deserve trollish responses.
I get to spend time on the USS Massachusetts a South Dakota class, in Fall River, MA with some other vessels, including the remains of JFK's PT-109 when we do WW2 events, always impressive exploring the ships & submarine there.
That is awesome. I would like to see that too.
On the Wisconsin 1963, Philadelphia Naval Yard work detail removing copy paper. Waiting to start ABF A school.
That is so cool. Thank you for sharing.
Great video. I visited the USS Iowa a few months ago. Amazing ships
Iowa is great too! I attended a couple retirements there. - scott
@@WalkwithHistory my goal is to visit all. I have been on the Iowa and New Jersey
Last Tour?!?! 🤪😜 Way cool 😎 Thanks!
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The "Whiskey." BB-64. I'm going to visit her this year. How did I miss this video?!?
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This is absolutely beautiful! BRAVO ZULU! WELL DONE!
Thank you. Have to do the Navy Proud!!! Go Navy!!!
I discovered your channel a couple months ago and really enjoy it. I always learn something from you, even on subjects I've studied in the past.
Thanks and keep 'em coming.
Thank you for watching. We appreciate your support.
if you can find a copy of the state of wisconsin blue book of 1946, there is a story about the silver service.. in 1945 after the war ended the silver service was sent to Philadelphia for cleaning and up dating. the dedication of the silver service was to take place in san Francisco in october, as the time neared the silver service was no where's to be found. after much searching the shipping dock in san francisco was contacted, they said that there was a box on the dock with wisconsin cheese in it, that box was the silver service, several thousands of dollars worth of silver.
OMG. That is a great story and it is definitely something I would believe of the US Navy. Thank you for watching and for sharing.
Absolutely fascinating. Thank you!
You’re welcome! 😁🙌🏻
Wisconsin is in much better shape then the Iowa. Thanks to visitors for supporting her.
She is in fantastic shape! Definitely worth a visit.
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Another good video young lady ! Thank you for your work. PS. You are AWESOME at what you do.the only problem I see with your videos is THERE AINT ENOUGH OF THEM !!!! THANK you Frank from Montana....
Thank you!! 😁
The USS WISONSIN took a direct hit from a 155-mm howitzer from the shore during the Korean War. The Big Whiskey returned fire with a full salvo obliterating the shore battery. The CO of an escort destroyer signaled to the 64's skipper, "Temper, temper!" Three sailors were wounded.
I love it!!! Thank you for sharing. That is awesome.
@@WalkwithHistory, you're welcome!
Common knowledge
I've read where the concussion from a 16 inch round will kill anyone outside the battleships skin. Beautiful and very deadly war vessels.
@@raygalles2517 well you've read wrong. There's plenty of videos with the 16s firing with people on deck. A few with media crews and cameras set up and such
Jenn, I love the flag blowing behind the letters for Walk with History! It is SO epic!
Scott did that. I loved it when I saw it too. ♥️
@@WalkwithHistory Good job Scott!
@@gehistorian Thank you!!! (scott)
Love the video. Learned a lot and the camera work and editing was superb.
Thank you so much. We really appreciate that. Go Navy
I have not been to Norfolk since the late 1980s. It's probably a good idea to take a trip back there.
Side note to all: I have stood on the flight deck of the USS Enterprise, when she was in port.
How cool!
That was really interesting! I love talking to the guys who sailed on a ship or were in a battle. Something about a 1st hand account. What Captain donated the jacket? The last CO of the ship?
Yes, I believe it was the last captian of the ship…I may actually link the full uncut interview with Keith in this video description. Thanks for the idea!
The last thing I heard from the US military is that they are planning to bring back the Battleships to active service
That would be something
Nah
🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 sooooooo coool
Thank you ! And thanks for watching. 😊
Ah, USS Wisconsin - Famously short tempered
"You broke my nail and hurt my boys! Eat lead, fool!"
Recommission her.