USS FORRESTAL NAVAL MUSEUM

BENSALEM, PA

The USS Forrestal Naval Museum is located in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, and is dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of the USS Forrestal aircraft carrier, which served from 1955 to 1993. The museum provides visitors with an up close and personal view of the history and service of the Forrestal and its crew.

The USS Forrestal was the first of the "supercarriers" and is the only one of its class to survive. It served in the Vietnam War, participating in combat operations and providing air support for ground forces. It was also the site of a devastating fire in 1967 that resulted in the deaths of 134 of its crew.

The museum features a multitude of exhibits, including a scale model of the ship, a timeline of the Forrestal's service, and a variety of interactive displays. The museum also hosts a variety of special events and educational programs, such as lectures by former crew members, and interactive activities such as scavenger hunts and hands-on exhibits. Visitors can also take a self-guided tour of the ship's flight deck, hangar bay, and bridge.

The USS Forrestal Naval Museum is a unique and interactive way to experience and explore the history of the USS Forrestal and its crew. It is sure to provide a memorable and educational experience for visitors of all ages.

USS FORRESTAL NAVAL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in BENSALEM PA. US MID #8404200788

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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U S S FORRESTAL NAVAL MUSEUM
4919 SUNRISE AVE
BENSALEM
PA
19020-1715

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