The USS Midway Museum Presents From Mothballs to Magic

After 47 years of legendary service in the United States Navy, it was time for the USS Midway to face its final challenge… retirement. The ship would have to first say goodbye to Yokosuka, Japan, the foreign port it called home for 18 years. Many tear-filled ceremonies followed before the USS Midway was unceremoniously dumped in Bremerton, WA, a naval graveyard. The USS Midway could have been left to rot if it were not for a group of enterprising individuals who had a vision of resurrection. They’re goal: take the USS Midway from scrapyard to salvation. Watch the incredible story of how they overcame the odds to give this storied ship a second chance to serve, only this time as one of the most popular destinations in the country and a monument to the United States Navy.
This is episode six in a series titled The USS Midway Museum: United Stories of America® We would like to thank Gary Schreffler from GRS Videos and Buzz Nau from CV41.org as well as Martin Fitzgerald and the entire USS Midway Veterans Association for helping to make this documentary series possible.
ABOUT "UNITED STORIES OF AMERICA®" DOCUSERIES
In the course of 47 years of service, the USS Midway carried aviators, sailors, marines and a powerful idea: that freedom is worth defending and preserving at home and far out at sea. Together, their personal stories from missions of combat and hope aboard this iconic carrier remind us that her legacy endures - and that the spirit of service and sacrifice lives on in each of us.
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ABOUT MIDWAY
The USS Midway Museum is a historic naval ship museum and the most visited ship museum in the world, comprised of over 60 exhibits and 30 aircraft. Midway is located at 910 N Harbor Dr. San Diego, CA 92101. Learn more & check out our exhibits here: www.midway.org/
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[@darktoadone5068]

Proud to have served on it, G-1 Weapons Division.

[@herbhall3830]

I served aboard the midway from 1988 til 1991 i only wish that i had stayed for her last year of glorious sevice to us all! She was an awesome ride! Glad to have seen her as a museum last august as well!

[@donnabranham6076]

My father was stationed in Japan about the USS Oklahoma and later the Blueridge from 1978-1981. I graduated from high school in 1980. Our ceremony was held on the USS Midway! ❤️Not many can say that! 😊

[@MacDaddyRico]

ICFN Gyroscope Technician 1978-1980..! Midway Magic...Gonzo Station...

[@ussmidwaymuseum41]

Thank you for your service!

[@iam38intj]

Grant Morgan 1957-1958 OI Division

[@ussmidwaymuseum41]

Thank you for your service!