Pearl Harbor History Lost: Warren "Red" Upton, 105, Passes Away

Warren "Red" Upton was the last person on the USS Utah's crew and a survivor of Pearl Harbor. He died peacefully on Christmas Day at the age of 105. In a heartfelt statement, Pacific Historic Parks confirmed his death and honored his memory as a historian and a symbol of strength.

Fewer than 20 Pearl Harbor survivors are still living today, including Upton. The Sons and Daughters of Pearl Harbor Survivors say that the number has now dropped to 15.

Upton was a 22-year-old petty officer on the USS Utah in the morning of December 7, 1941. The ship was used to train men who would fire anti-aircraft guns. As he shaved below deck to start the day, the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor without warning. The Utah was hit by torpedoes, which made it list and sink in minutes.

Upton was one of the lucky few who managed to get off the sinking ship. He lived through a turning point in history that killed over 2,400 Americans and sent the US into World War II.

His death is a sad reminder of how brave and selfless those in America during one of its darkest times were. People will remember Warren "Red" Upton's amazing life and work for a long time.

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