The USS Oklahoma: A One-Way Trip to Neverland (But Not the Fun Kind)
The USS Oklahoma, a mighty battleship in its prime, met a watery demise during the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. But how exactly did this steel giant go from battling waves to becoming an underwater apartment complex? Well, buckle up, history buffs (and lovers of dark humor, because hey, sometimes you gotta laugh in the face of tragedy), because we're diving deep (pun intended) into the fishy tale of the Oklahoma's torpedo troubles.
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The Sneak Attack: Torpedoes Rain Like Unexpected Guests at a Tupperware Party
Imagine this: You're the USS Oklahoma, chilling in Pearl Harbor, enjoying your morning routine of cannon cleaning and anchor polishing. Suddenly, the world explodes (literally, thanks to Japanese bombs). Before you can say "kamikaze breakfast," a whole school of torpedoes (not the cute, dolphin-shaped kind) comes hurtling your way.
Three torpedoes found their mark right off the bat, giving the Oklahoma a serious case of the leans (to the port side, to be specific).
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From Tilted to Toppled: The Oklahoma Does the Macarena (Except Way Less Graceful)
As the Oklahoma began its impersonation of a capsizing seesaw, two more torpedoes joined the party. By this point, the ship was listing like a drunken sailor on shore leave. If you were a crew member, things were not looking super fantastic.
In less than twelve minutes, the Oklahoma completed its dramatic reenactment of the Titanic, except with more explosions and less Leonardo DiCaprio. She rolled all the way over, with only her masts and a sliver of keel peeking out above the water.
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So, how many torpedoes are we talking about in total? Estimates vary, with some reports claiming up to eight fishy torpedo surprises found their mark. The chaos and the ship's final position made a precise count difficult.
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Side Note: While the Oklahoma was having a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day, her crew were total rockstars. Many bravely fought back, clambering aboard the nearby USS Maryland to man their anti-aircraft guns.
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How to Spot a Sinking Feeling: A Totally Unofficial Guide
How to know your ship is having a bad torpedo day:
- The deck suddenly feels like a waterslide.
- Your morning coffee decides to do a synchronized swimming routine with your breakfast burrito.
- You see more fish than you ever imagined possible (and not in a good way).
Disclaimer: This guide is for entertainment purposes only. If your ship is actually being attacked by torpedoes, we highly recommend taking some evasive maneuvers and heading for open water.
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In all seriousness, the attack on Pearl Harbor was a devastating event. The USS Oklahoma's story is a reminder of the bravery of the sailors who served our country.
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