Veterans and families — and football fans — gathered on board the Battleship Iowa in San Pedro on Sunday, Nov. 9, to enjoy an early celebration of Veterans Day.
Admission was free. Highlights included a watch party for the NFL’s Week 10 game between the division rivals Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers on the World War II battleship’s fantail.
While Veterans Day is on Tuesday, Nov. 11, the Iowa held the event on Sunday to honor former members of the United States Armed Forces.
Thank you notes were handed out to veterans who visited the ship.
The afternoon included a formal welcome ceremony, “shout-outs” to veterans during the game’s halftime, postgame activities, hot dogs and other refreshments from Vicky’s Doghouse on board the ship, and a STEM Zone for kids.
Partners hosting the event included Los Angeles DWP Valor, the Port of Los Angeles, the Marine Corps League, American Legion Post 61 and the Legion Riders, and the Combat Veteran Motorcycle Riders.
Related Articles
Rep. Chu honors World War II vet, Arcadia centenarian Marine Corps birthday: Why it was celebrated in July from 1778 to 1921 Veterans Day events in the LA area Veterans Day 2025: Dining freebies and discounts for military What’s closed for Veterans Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11, in LAHence then, the article about wwii battleship iowa in san pedro celebrates veterans day early was published today ( ) and is available on Los Angeles Daily News ( Middle East ) The editorial team at PressBee has edited and verified it, and it may have been modified, fully republished, or quoted. You can read and follow the updates of this news or article from its original source.
Read More Details
Finally We wish PressBee provided you with enough information of ( WWII Battleship Iowa in San Pedro celebrates Veterans Day early )
Also on site :
- Teens arrested after large disturbance, multiple fights at Joliet mall
- The Starmer regime is turning Britain into a police state
- Feel Free customers say the kratom drink is making them sick. Toothless FDA rules on dietary supplements are helping it remain a bestseller