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Last USS Arizona Survivor Of Pearl Harbor Attack Passes Away

USS Arizona survivors Donald Stratton and Louis Conter salute after toasting their former shipmates, during a private reunion event at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

The last remaining survivor of the USS Arizona during the infamous Pearl Harbor attack has passed away at the age of 102. This marks the end of an era as the last living link to that fateful day in American history is no more.

The USS Arizona was one of the battleships that was sunk during the surprise Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The attack led to the United States' entry into World War II.

The survivor, who was a witness to the devastation and chaos of the attack, had been a living reminder of the sacrifices made by so many on that tragic day. Their firsthand account of the events served as a poignant reminder of the resilience and bravery displayed by those who served in the military during that time.

End of living link to Pearl Harbor attack on December 7, 1941.
USS Arizona survivor passes away at 102.
Survivor was witness to devastation and chaos of the attack.
Reminder of sacrifices made by many on that tragic day.
Importance of honoring and preserving memory of those who served.

With the passing of the last USS Arizona survivor, we are reminded of the importance of honoring and preserving the memory of those who served and sacrificed for their country. Their legacy will continue to live on through the stories and accounts passed down through generations.

As we reflect on the impact of the Pearl Harbor attack and the sacrifices made by those who were there, we pay tribute to the courage and heroism displayed in the face of adversity. The memory of the USS Arizona survivors will forever be etched in the annals of history, reminding us of the price of freedom and the resilience of the human spirit.

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