North Carolina is filled with historic and haunted attractions, though none may be quite as eerie as the USS Battleship North Carolina. Located across the river from downtown Wilmington, this quiet landmark is also one of the most decorated ships from World War II. By day, visitors can pay tribute to the veterans and experience an insightful view into the past. Yet by night, spirits have been known to roam the decks, creating a much more paranormal experience. Sign up for a tour with Ghost Hunts USA and you’ll experience firsthand what makes this spot so very significant…and haunted.

Considered to be America’s most impressive floating museum, the USS North Carolina stands as a tribute to the crew members who served their country fighting aboard this decorated war ship.
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The vessel was commissioned in 1941 and was involved in nearly every naval war offensive that took place in the Pacific. Initially sent to Iceland to counter a German battleship, the USS North Carolina was rerouted to the Pacific.
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Though she survived a torpedo attack by the Japanese in 1942, the ship was hardly immune to tragedy. Several crew members died in battle, including a particularly tragic instance where a sailor was washed overboard.
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When you sign up for a private overnight tour with Ghost Hunts USA, you'll discover why paranormal investigators from around the world have been drawn to this ship's mysterious allure.
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Visitors, staff, and investigators have all reported spotting figures in passageways and portholes, roaming the decks in the shadows of the night. Perhaps these spirits belong to those who died on board, or their brothers who fought alongside them.
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As soon as you step aboard the Battleship North Carolina, you'll feel as though you've traveled back in time. It's not difficult to imagine the hardships and struggles that brave sailors faced nearly 80 years ago.
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Wandering among the sailors' belongings is an experience hard to describe. It's equal parts moving and haunting, especially considering the tragedies witnessed from the ship's walls.
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So whether you consider yourself a history buff or are drawn to all things paranormal, your overnight ghost tour of North Carolina's most haunted ship will surely be unforgettable.
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Ghost Hunts USA has various dates available, which you can check by visiting their website. Have you stepped aboard the USS North Carolina before? If so, we’d love to hear about your experience on one of the most haunted ships in the U.S. For more information about the exclusive Ghost Hunts USA overnight tour, be sure to click here to visit the official website and reserve your tickets.

Address: 1 Battleship Road, Wilmington, NC, 28401

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