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Fall River in Bristol County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
 

World War II

Avenge Pearl Harbor!

 
 
World War II Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), September 18, 2026
1. World War II Marker
Inscription.
In a war that spanned years, many continents and the expanse of oceans, USS Massachusetts delivered constant and victorious fighting for the United States. On this tour, learn about the country's patriotic mindset and Massachusetts' role in the war. Discover her actions at the Battle of Casablanca in the Atlantic and the Battle of Leyte Gulf in the Pacific. View her battle damage and the magnificent flag she flew at Casablanca. On the home front, learn how the ship was built and meet the tireless women who worked and served during the war.

➡️ Follow the red arrows for this self-guided tour!
🪜 Covers 3 decks
👣 Moderate climbing
☀️ Mostly indoors

 
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: War, World II • Waterways & Vessels.
 
Location. 41° 42.396′ N, 71° 9.787′ W. Marker is in Fall River, Massachusetts, in Bristol County. It can be reached from Water Street west of Davol Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 Water St, Fall River MA
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02721, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the South Coast. It is also in the American Northeast, in New England, and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Below Deck (here, next to this marker); Crew (here, next to this marker); Topside (here, next to this marker); Shrapnel Damage (here, next to this marker); Pearl Harbor Memorial (here, next to this marker); Gunner's Mate (a few steps from this marker); 16-Inch Gun (a few steps from this marker); 5-Inch Gun (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fall River.
 
Several markers on display image. Click for full size.
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), September 18, 2026
2. Several markers on display
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on October 5, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 5, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos:   1, 2. submitted on October 5, 2026, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
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Oct. 12, 2026