Pearl Harbor Blog Page

There are many reasons for how and why Japan didn’t succeed at Pearl Harbor.  The attack on Pearl Harbor by Japan on December 7, 1941, remains one of the [...]

The haunting scene of Pearl Harbor stands as a solemn reminder of American history, an event that altered the course of World War II and left indelible marks on [...]

Admiral Husband E. Kimmel, a name forever intertwined with the tragic events of December 7, 1941, was the commander-in-chief of the U.S. Pacific Fleet when Japan launched its surprise [...]

This is the story of the king and the USS Arizona Memorial. Yet, the memorial we know today might not have existed without the unlikely intervention of a music [...]

The USS Hoga (YT-146), a harbor tugboat, played a crucial yet often overlooked role during the Pearl Harbor attack on December 7, 1941. When discussing the pivotal moments of the [...]

President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's "Day of Infamy Speech" is one of the most iconic addresses in American history, second only to Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address. Delivered on December 8, [...]

Visiting the Battleship Missouri is a unique and memorable experience, offering a deep dive into history and the chance to explore a legendary warship. Here are some valuable tips for [...]

Do you want to know who was in charge of the Pearl Harbor attack? The surprise assault by the Japanese Imperial Navy was meticulously planned and executed under the leadership [...]

A question is often asked by visitors: Can I visit Punchbowl Cemetery? Nestled within the serene Punchbowl Crater in Honolulu, the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, commonly known as [...]

There are many facts about the USS Utah that people should know. The USS Utah (BB-31) is a lesser-known yet profoundly significant part of the Pearl Harbor narrative. Although it [...]

Those who are seeking a visit from Maui to Pearl Harbor know then know this before visiting. Oahu Hawaii's most visited islands, offer a unique blend of natural beauty and [...]

The destruction of Pearl Harbor was made by mostly aircraft. The Aircraft of Pearl Harbor has a different chapter in the history. On December 7, 1941, Pearl Harbor was the [...]