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Photos by D.Marquis  The History of the USS Iowa Battleship: A Legendary American Warship The USS Iowa (BB-61) is one of the most famous battleships in American naval history. Built during World War II, this massive Iowa-class battleship served the United States through three major eras of military history: World War II, the Korean War, and the Cold War. Known for her enormous 16-inch guns, impressive speed, and powerful presence, USS Iowa became a symbol of American naval strength. Today, the historic battleship continues to attract visitors and history enthusiasts as a museum ship in San Pedro, California, where people can step aboard and experience a remarkable piece of America's military heritage.  The Birth of the USS Iowa The story of USS Iowa began during a period when the United States was preparing for the possibility of a major global conflict. The ship's keel was laid at the New York Navy Yard in Brooklyn on June 27, 1940. She was launched on August 27...

I love Military Aircraft! During a visit to Palm Springs, I was driving back to Riverside and passed this museum on the way. The F-16 that sits out in front along with the F-14 Tomcat and A6 Intruder had me gasping for air as I could only savor the quick glance I got as I whizzed by. I vowed to return……It didn't take long. This place was better than I could imagine. The pics should say it all. VISIT THE WEBSITE D.MARQUIS COOKS                    D.MARQUIS FILM PROJECTS D.MARQUIS BLOGS IT DOWN                 FEATURED BY D.MARQUIS D.MARQUIS VISITS Looking to get inspired creatively? Amazing artists showcase themselves at  ITS ALL ARTS