The USS Arizona was a battleship of the United States Navy, commissioned in 1916. It was part of the Pennsylvania class and played a significant role during World War II. The ship was famously sunk during the Pearl Harbor attack on December 7, 1941, leading to the loss of 1,177 crew members. Today, the USS Arizona Memorial stands above the sunken ship in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, honoring those who lost their lives. The memorial serves as a reminder of the events of that day and the sacrifices made during the war, attracting visitors from around the world.