The USS West Virginia (BB-48) was a Colorado-class battleship of the United States Navy that served during World War I and World War II. Launched in 1920, it participated in various training exercises and fleet maneuvers before undergoing modernization in the 1930s. During the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, the West Virginia was severely damaged, taking multiple hits and suffering extensive flooding. Despite the damage, the crew fought valiantly to control the situation and prevent the ship from sinking. After being salvaged and repaired, the West Virginia returned to service in 1944 and played a role in the Pacific Theater, participating in operations such as the Battle of Leyte Gulf and the Battle of Okinawa. Following the end of the war, the ship was decommissioned in 1947 and later sold for scrap in 1959. The USS West Virginia's resilience and the bravery of its crew during the attack on Pearl Harbor have been remembered as a testament to the spirit and determination of the sailors who served aboard the battleship.

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