#attack on pearl harbor

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It wouldn't be until the day after the attack on Pearl Harbor that the fires on USS West Virginia (BB-48) were finally extinguished. Prompt counter-flooding kept her from capsizing and she settled to the harbor floor on an even keel.

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"Aircraft prepare to launch from the Imperial Japanese Navy Aircraft Carrier Akagi (赤城, red castle) for the second wave of attacks on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii."

Photographed on December 7, 1941.

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Le destroyer USS Shaw (DD-373) touché par 3 bombes de 250 kg explose lors de la deuxième vague d'attaque japonaise – Attaque de Pearl Harbor – Guerre du Pacifique – 7 décembre 1941

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Remember the Attack on Pearl Harbor: December 7, 1941.

Although the U.S. was not in a state of war during the surprise attack on its naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (then a U.S. territory), Pearl Harbor is one of the most consequential “battles” of World War II. That’s because it motivated the United States—then only tangentially involved in the conflict—to become a full-fledged enemy of the Axis powers.

Just before 8 a.m. on December 7, 1941, 353 Japanese aircraft attacked the Pacific naval base, damaging eight battleships and killing 2,403 Americans. Luckily, the U.S.’s aircraft carriers—which would go on to prove vital to the war effort in the Pacific—were not at Pearl Harbor at the time of the attack. Because the attack was launched without any declaration of war, the Attack on Pearl Harbor was eventually tried as a war crime at the Tokyo Trials in 1946.

[Dive Deeper: The U.S. Navy Just Laid the Keel for a New Attack Submarine, USS Arizona]

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"December 7, 1941 a date which will live in infamy the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan."

Let us never forget Pearl Harbor 🇺🇲. On this day, 82 years ago, this surprise attack, which all happened in only ONE HOUR AND FIFTEEN MINUTES, damaged all 8 of the battleships that were at port and sunk 4. Three cruisers, three destroyers, a training shop, and 188 US aircraft were all destroyed, which resulted in the loss of 2,403 American lives, with another 1,178 injured. This unprovoked attack led to the United States entry into WWII.

Today, the USS Arizona, the only battleship to not be raised, is memorialized in the shallow waters of Pearl Harbor, serving as a reminder of this tragically infamous day.

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A Group of 360 Japanese Warplanes Struck the American Naval Base at Pearl Harbor in a Brutal Attack. The Surprise Assault Caused a Significant Blow Against the U.S. Pacific Fleet and Pulled the United States Irreversibly Into World War II. December 7, 1941.

Image: Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. A small boat rescues a seaman from the 31,800 ton USS West Virginia (BB-48), which is burning in the foreground. Smoke rolling out amidships shows where the most extensive damage occurred. Note the two men in the superstructure. The USS Tennessee (BB-43) is inboard. (Public Domain). On this day in history, at 7:55 a.m. on December 7, 1941, a Japanese dive bomber…

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Hawaii remembrance to draw handful of Pearl Harbor survivors

Hawaii remembrance to draw handful of Pearl Harbor survivors

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii — A handful of centenarian survivors of the attack on Pearl Harbor are expected to gather at the scene of the Japanese bombing on Wednesday to commemorate those who perished 81 years ago. That’s fewer than in recent years, when a dozen or more traveled to Hawaii from across the country to pay their respects at the annual remembrance ceremony. Part of the decline reflects the…

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Franklin D. Roosevelt was warned.

On December 7, 1941, the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour became one of the most infamous events in American history, leading the United States into World War II. However, a lesser-known aspect of this tragic day is the series of warnings that were issued to American military installations in the days leading up to the attack. Ten days before the Japanese planes descended upon Pearl Harbor, both the Army and Navy sent explicit messages warning of imminent war to key locations, including Hawaii, the Philippines, Guam, and the Canal Zone. These warnings, unfortunately, were largely ignored by the facilities in Oahu, resulting in catastrophic consequences.

In late November 1941, the increasing tension in the Pacific was palpable. Intelligence gathered by American cryptanalysts indicated that Japan was planning a significant military operation. On November 27, 1941, a "war warning" was sent out by both the War Department and the Navy Department. This warning indicated that a Japanese attack was likely and urged all Pacific commands to take appropriate defensive measures.

"Negotiations with Japan appear to be terminated to all practical purposes with only the barest possibilities that the Japanese Government might come back and offer to continue. Japanese future action unpredictable but hostile action possible at any moment. If hostilities cannot, repeat cannot, be avoided the United States desires that Japan commit the first overt act. This policy should not, repeat not, be construed as restricting you to a course of action that might jeopardise your defence."

Similarly, the Navy's communication emphasized the imminence of war and the need for vigilance:

"This dispatch is to be considered a war warning. The negotiations with Japan in an effort to stabilize conditions in the Pacific have ceased, and an aggressive move by Japan is expected within the next few days."

Despite the urgency conveyed in these messages, the response from military facilities in Oahu, where Pearl Harbor is located, was shockingly lax. Several factors contributed to this alarming oversight, including a misinterpretation of the threat's location and a general underestimation of Japan's capabilities and intentions.

Another controversial aspect of the lead-up to Pearl Harbor is the role of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Critics argue that Roosevelt was aware of the impending danger but failed to take adequate steps to prevent the attack. While it is true that Roosevelt had access to intelligence reports indicating a potential threat, the extent to which he understood or acted on this information remains a topic of debate among historians.

Some theorists suggest that Roosevelt might have allowed the attack to happen to galvanize American public opinion in favor of entering World War II. However, most historians dismiss this notion as a conspiracy theory, citing the immense risk and unpredictable consequences of such an action. What is clear, though, is that the warnings from both the Army and Navy were not given the level of attention and urgency they warranted, either by Roosevelt's administration or the military commanders in Hawaii.

The attack on Pearl Harbor had devastating effects, resulting in the deaths of over 2,400 Americans and the loss of numerous ships and aircraft. In the aftermath, numerous investigations sought to understand how such a significant surprise attack could have occurred. These inquiries highlighted the failures in communication, preparedness, and the underestimation of the Japanese threat.

One of the crucial lessons from Pearl Harbor is the importance of heeding intelligence warnings and ensuring that all levels of command understand and act upon them appropriately. The tragedy underscored the need for improved communication and coordination among military and government agencies to prevent such lapses in the future.

The events leading up to the Pearl Harbor attack serve as a poignant reminder of the consequences of ignoring clear warnings. The messages sent ten days prior to the attack were explicit and direct, yet the failure to act on them resulted in one of the darkest days in American history.

As we remember Pearl Harbour, it is essential to acknowledge the lessons it taught us about vigilance, preparedness, and the critical importance of acting on intelligence to safeguard national security.

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~ Franklin D. Roosevelt

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Lou Conter, who passed away today at the age 102. Lou was the last remaining survivor of the USS Arizona, which was sunk during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.

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Map of Pearl Harbor with attacks marked.

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Japan attacked Pearl Harbor, (Oahu) , Hawai’i, 81 years ago today- triggering the United States entry into WWII.

Never forget.

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“gene hackman declined to play fdr in pearl harbor because his wife was japanese so him appearing in a film about the japanese attack on pearl harbor would have been painful for her” i mean live laugh love etc everyone live your life and your truth but this is the single dumbest thing i’ve ever heard in my life

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Takeo Yoshikawa: The Japanese Spy Who Helped Orchestrate Pearl Harbor

Takeo Yoshikawa, a name that remains largely overshadowed by the grander narrative of World War II, played a pivotal yet clandestine role in one of the most significant events in modern history—the attack on Pearl Harbor. While most historical discussions about the Pearl Harbor attack focus on the military strategies, the surprise nature of the attack, or its consequences, few delve into the…