Today, we pause to honor the lives forever changed on December 7, 1941. At Pearl Harbor National Memorial, visitors stand above the sunken USS Arizona, where droplets of oil, often called the “tears of the Arizona,” still rise to the surface. It’s a powerful reminder of the service members who never returned home and of the resilience that followed one of the most defining moments in our nation’s history. The memorial continues to educate, preserve, and inspire reflection for millions each year, ensuring that the stories of bravery and sacrifice are never forgotten. #PearlHarborDay #PearlHarbor #USSAZ #NationalMemorial #HonorAndRemember #WorldWarII #NPS 📸: NationalParkService Image: USS Arizona Memorial, World War II Valor