How did the USS Texas hit its targets on D-Day?

On June 6, 1944 at 3 o’clock in the morning, it reached its position 11 kilometers off Pointe du Hoc. The bombardment begins at 5:50 am: 255 360-mm shells are fired for 34 minutes at the positions of the German battery. At the same time, the 127 mm pieces opened fire on the Dog one exit in Vierville-sur-Mer.

What did the USS Texas do on D-Day?

Battleship Texas played a big role in the events at D-Day and in the operations that came after. As one of the most heavily armored ships of its time, the battleship was able to act as a rescue and hospital ship, even evacuating casualties from the beach at D-Day.

What was the only ship to hit its targets on D-Day?

USS Nevada (BB-36)

Where is the battleship Texas in Houston Texas?

Welcome Aboard! Battleship Texas took part in some of the most significant naval battles of the 20th century during both world wars. Now docked along the Houston Ship Channel, she serves as a memorial to those turbulent times. Come walk her decks, and imagine life as a sailor! Explore the battleship on your own or on a guided tour.

When did the hurricane hit the battleship Texas?

32 of 68 Lighting strikes near the Battleship Texas as a storm sweeps through the area June 2, 2003. (SMILEY N. POOL / HOUSTON CHRONICLE) Show More Show Less

When is the battleship Texas going to reopen?

No reopening date has been set. On Aug, 1, 2020, operational control of the Battleship Texas, was transferred to the Battleship Texas Foundation. Go to the Battleship Texas Foundation website for more information and operational details. More than 36,000 items are part of the Battleship Texas artifact collection.

When was the battleship Texas transferred to the foundation?

On Aug, 1, 2020, operational control of the Battleship Texas, was transferred to the Battleship Texas Foundation. Go to the Battleship Texas Foundation website for more information and operational details.