USS West Virginia
The USS West Virginia (BB-48) was a battleship of the United States Navy, commissioned in 1923. It was part of the Colorado class and was designed for naval warfare during the interwar period. The ship was equipped with powerful guns and advanced technology for its time, making it a formidable presence in the Pacific Fleet.
The USS West Virginia gained notoriety during the Attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, where it was heavily damaged but later repaired and modernized. It played a significant role in several key battles in the Pacific Theater during World War II, contributing to the Allied victory.