MOBILE — Watch history come to life at Battleship Memorial Park Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Living History Crew Drill.

Interact with historical WWII reenactors aboard the USS Alabama and the USS Drum. These crewmen, dressed in World War II period Navy uniforms, hold demonstrations throughout the day, conduct weapons briefings, and share stories told to them by our original crewmen.

Don't miss the big event of the day which happens at 1 p.m. when the "Call to Battle Stations" is sounded. Grab a spot on the deck of the USS Alabama and watch as vintage enemy aircraft fly over and attack the ship. The USS Alabama crewmen will defend her with their guns blazing. Spectators will be able to take in the whole experience while the crew fires the ship's 20 mm and 40 mm guns. Planes fly based on weather conditions that day.

The Deep South Amateur Radio Club will broadcast from Radio Central aboard the USS Alabama during the drill and welcome visitors to come and listen. For all ham radio operators, the call letters are K4DSR and K5LDA broadcasting between 20 and 40.

The drill is open to the public and included with general admission. Battleship Memorial Park, 2703 Battleship Parkway, is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the last ticket sold at 4 p.m.

For more information on the Living History Crew Drill, please visit the Facebook page at USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park.