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V-J Day

March 9, 2018

Cover of the V-J Day Booklet issued for the Iowa (BB-61) on 2 September 1945.

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National Museum of the Surface Navy
Battleship IOWA
250 S. Harbor Blvd.
Los Angeles (San Pedro), CA 90731

877.446.9261
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Battleship USS IOWA is a program of the Pacific Battleship Center, a reputable 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supported by admissions, programs, and generous donations.

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Best view in the harbor!

Cars & Stripes Forever is coming to Battleship IOWA. The evening is capped by a huge fireworks show and since our portside is perfectly aligned for it, we’re throwing a VIP party on the ship. Join us for:

Fireworks
A special drink menu (coming soon)
One complimentary drink
10% off food at Vicky’s Doghouse

(Hey, World Cup fans. We’ll be showing the Uruguay vs Spain game on our LED wall, too.)

Click the button below for more details and to purchase tickets.

TICKETS FOR CARS & STRIPES VIP

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