The Incredible story of the LST-325 Ship (WWII Heroes)

Ken spent two days and nights with the crew of the last seaworthy LST from World War II.The LST-325 is a Navy transport ship that was crucial to the allies during World War II. Of over 1,000 built for the war effort, this LST (Landing Ship Transport) number 325 is the last surviving vessel. Rescued from Greece in 2000, this ship was painstakingly restored by the loving and skilled hands of an aging group of dedicated Veterans. Now a floating museum, the LST-325 travels the inner waterways of the United States, teaching the history of the vessel and the incredible story of how it came to be rescued from the scrapheap.Find out more: lstmemorial.org... the channel on Patreon:
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[@vidiot57]

Fantastic video .. as a US Army vet.. it was refreshing to see these men who sacrificed so much for this country.. Thank you ..

[@garygreeley8455]

Great job honoring our amazing Veterans Ken. Thank you to all our Veterans!

[@KenHeron]

🇺🇲👍

[@traveltrailerlife]

From a Old Vet ,Ken you did GOOD.....Thank You great video.

[@KenHeron]

Thank YOU Ken for your service my friend.

[@zw5509]

Remarkable men on a remarkable vessel. Key to the landings that ended the war. Thank you!

[@paminsalem4875]

Thank you for bringing the LST325 back, improving the condition & showing it to us. Wonderful tour.

[@cameraman655]

Words elude me.....Thanks for this Ken. With so many wanting to tear down our history, it is heartening to see that there are still many more of those willing to sacrifice their time and resources to preserve our past.

[@KenHeron]

🇺🇲🤓

[@jrockett11]

Ken my man! You have out....out done yourself with this video. Thanks to all of the men and women who served to protect our great country. Ken you have made some pretty amazing videos over the years but this one differently takes the cake! Thanks Again!

[@KenHeron]

Thanks John! You... Rock. 🤓

[@jrockett11]

@@KenHeron Hey Ken like I haven't heard that one before ! Thanks Again JR

[@ronaldlindseth7675]

Ken.... this one, this one is one to remember from you.....WOW!!! Good work, as allways.

[@ddaohio]

Irwin Kuhns with a personal friend of mine. I have been on the LST325 several times. It is great to see Irwin light up with a sparkle in his eye when talking about this time servered on an LST. Irwin still rides a Harley. I have ridden thousands of miles with him.

[@davegehman6581]

Outstanding. My father was communications officer aboard APA-101, USS Montour, and I'm always eager to see WWII Navy radio rooms... but that's only one aspect of this documentary -- very, very, good.

[@MikeMillerDrones]

OMG, That was fantastic. What an honor to be able to go on that ship and relive all that history. I'm so jealous. And you got to fly your drone over it, Dude, you're so lucky. Thanks for that video Ken.

[@BobCaseyAerial]

This was a good video Ken especially for those that like history and for those that Fought for this Great Country we live in.... Great bunch of guys..WWll Vets a Generation Fading with age... Were and always will be true Hero's... The Story of the (Last) LST-325 ..Thanks Ken I enjoyed it...

[@johnholloway5505]

Ken, thank you for doing this video. I know that there several WWII memorial ships around the country. I did not know that there was one that is a functioning, sea-going vessel that travels from port to port to share it’s history. I salute you for doing such. As a Marine, I thank you for helping to keep our great history alive. Keep the videos coming . . .

[@maxwellmc9734]

Brilliant video, fantastic people (crew) Great to remember all who served. 🙏❤️

[@ralphmatile2723]

Great Job Ken....I almost blew by this video, as there is just sooooo much content out there....but I'm so happy I didn't...what a great job you did, helping to memorialize the men and machines of WWII. These men are heroes....and I'm hopeful they know how appreciated they are in keeping these "living memorials" alive. Thanks buddy...

[@scottannunziata8265]

Excellent Ken. The national Anthem in the morning was moving. To see all of those elderly veterans from the greatest generation along the shore was awesome. No knees taken there.

[@DDsAerialViews]

Great Video Ken, these men and ships need to be remembered. Lived near Seneca IL most of my life and little evidence remains of the old shipyard where some of these ships were built. Its was an amazing effort at the time and should be respected and remembered.

[@johncarold]

Very Nice I enjoyed everything you posted on this video. Thanks to all the Men and Women who served in WW2 I hope to honor them all for what they Did. Thanks again Ken for this wonderful video.

[@KenHeron]

A truly amazing generation of people.

[@curtislewis5437]

This was the best video you've done in my opinion, thanks for sharing!👍🇺🇸

[@SunriseWaterMedia]

The oatmeal king 😂 It's great when everyone can have fun and has a sense of humor. Thanks, Ken!

[@garyshanks6269]

I toured that ship when they docked in Ft. Madison,Ia. I was very impressed with the ship, the men and women working on the ship, and beings I am a ham operator, I especially enjoyed the radio room. I talked with Perry for quite a while, and enjoyed every minute of it. Thanks Ken for the fantastic video- nice job!

[@simoncockayne4451]

Fantastic video Ken 🇬🇧

[@dimidrone]

Great story! Awesomizing job on a ship restoration! ❤️

[@RICKHALBUR]

Thanks Ken well done

[@BKKjelsrud]

So nice to see a video from back when things were normal :) Hope your doing ok and staying safe Ken :)

[@cnyphotovideo]

Very very well done Ken. I can imagine these guys back in 1945 in their late teens or early 20s and not knowing if they were going to go home. It’s also beautiful to see our flag saluted so honorably. Especially watching this in 2020. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸👍🏻

[@KenHeron]

Thanks Mike! It was an honor to document this. 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@hgfdi69]

Still aware that this kind of equipement played a big role in the liberation of the (free) europe i live in now, big shout out 2 all the veterans out there that still live 2 talk about it..!

[@JackSparkyFrahn]

This was fantastic! I am not a ship fan at all and I watched it all! Wonderful filming and that editing is spectacular! Thanks Ken. I am sure the Vets are loving this video...😁😉

[@KenHeron]

Thanks Jack. Those guys are the greatest generation. 🇺🇲

[@curiosity2314]

Excellent...

[@direhavok8732]

My Grandfather served on an LST in the South Pacific during WWII, He was communications officer to the Captain.

[@Dick_Travelinman]

Thanks much Ken. My wife and I were born and raised across the river in Southern Illinois and we have relatives in Cape. I have also droned the Emerson Bridge many times and numerous barges up and down the river. Both of our fathers were WWII vets in Pacific (both Army and both deceased) and would have loved to tour this LST-325. Thanks again.

[@chrissimms5039]

Thank you for the history lesson ken, I really enjoyed it!

[@zeedub8560]

I found this video because Third Coast Drone just did one showing LST-325 in drydock at Gulf Copper in Feb. 2024. Very good video, one of the better ones I've seen of a ship tour. My dad would have loved that radio room. He was a Ham and talked to people all over the world in Morse code. I have no doubt they were in the Lord's hands on the trip with that flywheel. Their guardian angels are all rated engineers, of course.

[@KenHeron]

Thank you for your family service. 🇺🇲

[@MediaMike-fz7st]

I remember when you first uploaded this. Either I'm getting forgetful or this is a much longer version of it. Regardless this was great look at the history of this ship and it's outstanding crew.

[@Creeper1035]

Ken, I have been watching your videos for over 2 years now. I am so impressed with this video. Love seeing your evolution.

[@Tomas.O.Sullivan]

wow amazing video ken ...what a piece of history .what an amazing crew to get together and bring it back from greece with that flywheel ..just amazing bit of history

[@guandubridgety698]

Amazing virtual tour of LST-325, some of its siblings are still active in Taiwan navy.

[@KenHeron]

🇺🇲👍

[@R_Luns_Shoots]

This video wouldn't be possible without Irwin Kuhns. Pittsburgh (Steelers) for life, I salute you brotha. Also, I'm new here Ken, but loving all the videos and content. Keep it up

[@JimmyJinIA]

Very cool Ken! An awesome video! Great interviews, stories, and personal perspectives from those serving (then and now). We toured this a couple summers ago...if I ever win the lottery I'd get an LST over any mega yacht any day of the week. A wonderful behind the scenes look at parts of the ship not normally seen on the regular tour.

[@KenHeron]

It was a truly unique opportunity that I cherish.

[@Jjpent]

WONDERFUL!! Great video! Thank you for your time and skill bringing this to the masses!

[@KenHeron]

You're very welcome.

[@wydrone3854]

GREAT WORK!!!

[@docfeelgood7830]

Amazing Ken, I spent 13 years around navy ships , it's nice to see this side of them again . Amazing information well done !

[@KenHeron]

Thank you Doc.

[@docfeelgood7830]

@@KenHeron very welcome Ken 😊 naswhidbey I lived in oak harbor for 13 years .

[@electric_kool-aid]

Wow this was amazing Ken I spent all summer last year researching the war so this was awesome to see. I found your channel because of drones. Seriously my favorite KZbin content come from here. Thanks man!

[@KenHeron]

You're very kind, thank you. 🤓

[@theviewchaser6718]

Wow wow wow well done this is great ..

[@sleaponit21]

nice job Ken, and not one silly mask, bravo bravo.

[@bruceaplin]

Thanks Ken, My friend was on an LST and he talked about it ALL THE TIME. Sure wish he was still around to see your magnificent production. He would have loved it!

[@joeamericauavfordav1096]

Ken, Thanks for remembering history and our brave Navy. Semper Fidelis my brother.

[@eriktyree9323]

God bless those men that served and gave so much for our freedoms! Thank you to all our Vets. Thank you Ken for this wonderful video of some great history.

[@grifce]

Great job

[@OldGuyCarnivore]

Truly an outstanding video Ken. I'm sure all Patriots share my sentiments. Well done!

[@scooterfpv8864]

Phenomenal! Great History Work My Dudes and Dudetts! My Pops gave me some head phones just like those ones....14:05

[@Chupetex79]

Awesome video Ken!! The way you interact with the crew was honest and entertaining.

[@KenHeron]

They are a great bunch a guys.

[@rafaelontiveros7450]

Nice, how they do this, my local ship does the tours with actual crew members, and vets from other ships. They've done sleep overs, and have a staffed barber shop. Rear deck is also used for movie nights, and I've took a free Krav Maga class given by a popular KM school on the rear deck also. USS Iowa.

[@AJeepADroneAndAnOldMan]

Great video Ken, the LAST Dreadnought battleship in the world sets at The San Jacinto monument near Houston. The Battleship Texas. It's a huge beautiful beast of a machine. Only battleship still floating that served in both world wars and when it was launched it was the most powerful weapon in the world. Next time you visit your Dad you have to go see her. Shes due to be taken to Mississippi (I think) for repair in dry dock, but her move is about a year past due because of hull leaks. I have done a drone video on her, but yours would be much cooler. You gatta go.

[@theviewchaser6718]

Very nice Ken 🙂🙂😉

[@deepsea631]

Great video highlighting a national treasure. Thanks!

[@jaredchapman6888]

It’s currently docked in Charleston WV for the weekend. I’m definitely going to check it out!

[@billm9709]

My son, daughter in law, grandson and I went and saw her Friday in Charleston. Dad served on one in WW2 in Africa and Italy. I waited years to see this LST and we were not disappointed. It was absolutely wonderful.

[@rickcoleman8903]

Many years on ships never forget it the toughest times lots of hard work during the gulf War glad these guys are preserving this.

[@theviewchaser6718]

That's an incredible ship 🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@AddFilmmedia]

Hey Ken! Lars from Sweden here. The morse code said the following: NERK DE NWVC, MSG NR4 TO NSS / WASHINGTON DC = + NERK DE NWVC means, calling NERK from NWVC. The = + means "end of message" and "end of transmission". ❤ Didn't have that much to do...

[@KenHeron]

Wow! Thank you, that's great to know!

[@AddFilmmedia]

Ken Heron Did the message make any sense to you?

[@elliothuh669]

All the radio equipment in there reminds me of HAM radio which is another great hobby! Got my license a few months ago.

[@KenHeron]

Amazing how that room shrunk after transistors!

[@redbaronfpv8555]

FIRST CLASS Ken. This is why I like your channel. Thanks for sharing.

[@johnscott1956]

WOW, what a great video. Thanks Ken for the history lesson. It was great to hear the history of the ship and it's role in WWII.

[@KenHeron]

It's the least I can do for the few WWII vets we have left. 🇺🇲

[@captraykelly]

Excellent production, Ken. The drone shots, filming, editing and soundtrack was awesome. Great interviews with the crew. Very very nice tribute to those that served on her. Kudos to them and those that serve on her now.

[@KenHeron]

Thank you Ray. We can never forget the dedication and sacrifice they made for us. 🇺🇲

[@kf5hqedavis242]

This video makes me wish for another option other than like or dislike, I wanna LOVE it.

[@r865bailey]

My father served in the Pacific all the way to Hiroshima on LST1027

[@Shp778]

Thank you for this video. I'm hoping to see it in person. My father was a crew member on an LST during WWII, and I wish he was alive to to see this museum with me.

[@KenHeron]

🇺🇲👍

[@ABrazHouse]

Best video yet Ken! Wow! I had chills watching this. What a tribute to our veterans!

[@KenHeron]

Thank you.

[@fredlampart3536]

Great video.... thanks for taking the time to put it together. Much liked the how these guys showed what it as like back in a time where when it was all on the line.

[@dynamicvideoservices5377]

Awesome! What a GREAT documentary. Beautiful drone video, interviews and production. I learned s lot!

[@KenHeron]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@fisherus]

Ken Heron, master of drone flights, FFP flying (getting there anyway), Historian, Singer, Pitchman, Big Hair and Comedian of KZbin! What's next Ken? Maybe a tutorial on what not to do dating a woman???

[@joeys5429]

I love these did you know Ken there are no corners on them ?

[@KenHeron]

For anti-radar?

[@joeys5429]

@@KenHeron cracks are likely to appear thats why when you go through bulkheads they are rounded I once did a repair on a grain ship and was running late so they craned our cars and sailed to next port while we worked is it right to call it a working holiday should of taken a Pic no its not an f117 hehe

[@Goldchucker1]

During WWll my dad was stationed aboard the USS Belle Grove LSD-2 {Dock Landing Ship). He was a ships cook.

[@dsemolian3071]

🤘BITCHIN🤘 READYMADE RC is hosting the 7th FPVFEST 2020 this year!! PLEASE!! Hop in the car and make the trip here for it! Its a GREAT event and your presence would make it even BETTER! I have lots of room (6 man tent) and my house (3hr drive) is open for any time b4 and after the event. No reasons to not participate, free lodging, and a kick-ass weekend camping with FPV pals!

[@KenHeron]

Sounds fun! Email me: [e-mail] Thanks!🤘

[@timothyfrederickchurch81]

Great video ken. America rules over the fools!

[@realkenpriest]

[Yellow Rope] "Don't touch the old salt."

[@cudaker]

Interesting!

[@skatedd2451]

Pretty cool boat

[@MarkDecamps]

The ship is housed in Evansville, IN and has a visitor center there. I took this drone shot in 2018. photos.app.goo.gl/85kQAHhRiHbxEXkv7

[@sammysilverwatch1596]

Hi

[@joeys5429]

Did you do the fly around Ken ?

[@KenHeron]

Of course!👍

[@Rhys_wangler]

hi

[@billyw3781]

Nam Vet Gator Navy might volunteer to crew her this summer if I can get my CNS Vasculitis caused by AGENT ORANGE under control.

[@joeys5429]

You don't wanna mess with the chef beat ya Ken what happens if ones feeling more puckish than usual suppose you get the old response ain't no 5 star hotel boy

[@KenHeron]

🤣

[@joeys5429]

Hey Ken your name didn't appear in t he credits did they give you a medal instead or just being modest u old fox haha

[@KenHeron]

😁🎖

[@simoncockayne4451]

Fantastic video Ken 🇬🇧

[@KenHeron]

Thank you Simon!