USS Iowa: From WW2 through the Cold War
About this episode
This episode discusses the history and significance of the USS Iowa from World War 2 through the Cold War.
The USS Iowa was built in anticipation of clashes with Japanese battleships in the Pacific. Although World War 2 ended without a mega showdown between battleships, the Iowa went on to write her story during the Cold War, coming in clutch during Anerica’s time of need. We’ll discuss the history of the ship, her impressive stats, her Cold War service and the future of battleships
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