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The Bell UH-1M Iroquois, also called the Huey, is a utility, turbine-powered military helicopter manufactured by the American aerospace company Bell Helicopter. Furnished with a Lycoming T53-L-13...
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The CH-46 Sea Knight is an American tandem-rotor transport helicopter manufactured by Boeing Vertol. It's a medium-lift helicopter with two General Electric T58 turboshaft engines. The engines follow...
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There are many things to discover at Patriots Point, landside and aboard our remarkable ships. Two of the historically richest areas to explore is the Hangar Deck of the USS Yorktown. Featuring...
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Photograph of Elijah "Smokey" Stover standing on the flightdeck of The USS Yorktown (CV-10). Smokey is holding a cake congratulating him for making the 7,000th landing on the Yorktown.
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The Grumman F-6F Hellcat was the United States Navy's primary fighter aircraft from mid 1943 till the end of the war. It achieved a combat kill ratio of 19-1. The first landing on the USS Yorktown was...
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Designed to hold up to four crewmen, the Lockheed S-3 Viking is a twin-engine jet aircraft. designed and produced by the American aerospace manufacturer Lockheed Corporation. The location of the...
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A rusted, jagged piece of metal shrapnel from a shore battery in Wonsan, South Korea.
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A framed display created by the family of Arthur Doty, Jr., the following medals and service bars are seen in order: Second Nicaraguan Campaign; Good Conduct Medal World War II; National Defense...
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MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. – Three artifacts from the historic U.S. Navy destroyer USS Laffey will be flown aboard a World War II-era C-47 from Charleston Executive Airport (JZI) to Normandy, France, to be...
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MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. – Westbrook Brewing Co. announces the release of Shore Leave Lager in collaboration with the USS Yorktown Foundation at Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum. A portion of every...
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MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. – The Congressional Medal of Honor Society debuted the fully renovated Medal of Honor Museum at Patriots Point with a day of ceremonies and events recognizing the transformative...
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An exciting new exhibit is now open, the USS Yorktown Ship Library. The exhibit promises to captivate history enthusiasts and military history buffs alike, offering a unique opportunity for visitors...
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SATURDAY, MAY 25 The Medal of Honor Museum at Patriots Point will reopen to visitors following a six-month renovation. The museum, located aboard the USS Yorktown, showcases the stories of our nation...
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Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum will continue the tradition of being the Lowcountry’s destination for patriotism this Fourth of July. If you’re interested in attending, here’s what you need to...
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Bring the whole family for a unique overnight stay on a historic WWII aircraft carrier. But hurry, reservations are only accepted through July 5! Cost: $85 per person Arrival Time: Scheduled check-in...
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Final preps are now underway to prepare Laffey and Ingham for towing. Laffey departs next Wednesday for the Detyen's shipyard drydock at the old Charleston Navy Base . Her future return will be...
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The USS Yorktown Foundation will host its inaugural golf tournament on October 7, 2024, at Charleston National. The event will welcome 100+ community members for a day full of fun, golf, giveaways...
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Yuletide on the Yorktown brings together locals and visitors alike to experience holiday magic onboard the USS Yorktown! Guests will be able to browse local vendors, shop artisanal goods, grab a bite...
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James B Cain and Lawrence Geis can be seen wearing high altitude flight suites.