August Living History Crew Drill
From: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
See history come to life with our WWII reenactors during their August drill. Interact with historical WWII reenactors aboard the USS ALABAMA and USS DRUM. These historical reenactors, dressed in WWII period Navy uniforms, demonstrate what life aboard ship was like during wartime. They share stories from our original crewmen, conduct weapons briefings, and demonstrate drills while aboard the ship.
Be sure to grab a spot on the main deck of the USS ALABAMA at 1:00 p.m. when Call to Battle Stations is sounded. Enemy aircraft will fly over, attacking the ship, and the crewmen will fire back to defend her with their guns blazing! Spectators will be able to take in the whole experience while the crew fires the ships 20mm and 40mm guns. Planes fly based on mechanics and weather conditions that day.
The Deep South Amateur Radio Club will broadcast from Radio Central aboard the USS ALABAMA during the drill and welcome visitors to stop by to listen. For all ham radio operators, the call letters are K4DSR and K5LDA broadcasting between 20 and 40.
The drill is open to the public and included with general admission tickets.
Children up to 5 = FREE, Ages 6-11 $6.00, Ages 12-55 = $18.00, Ages 55+ = $15.00.
See All Dates
- 08/31/2024 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- 10/05/2024 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- 12/07/2024 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM