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A Civilian Pearl Harbor Hero: George Walters
When we think of Pearl Harbor, the bravery of military personnel often comes to mind. However, amidst the chaos of December 7, 1941, civilians also displayed extraordinary heroism. One such [...]
Why Was the Attack on Sunday, December 7?
December 7, 1941, is a pivotal date in history due to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. The timing of this attack was not random but a result of [...]
December 1941: The Tide of War Turns
Before World War II started, the United States didn't want to get involved in fights happening in other countries. They wanted to focus on things at home and not [...]
The Secret Mission After Pearl Harbor: Protecting American Treasures
When the bombs fell on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, the United States was thrust into the chaos of World War II. Amid the immediate response to the attack, [...]
The Congressional Pearl Harbor Investigation
The surprise attack on Pearl Harbor by the Japanese on December 7, 1941, plunged the United States into World War II and left the nation reeling. In the aftermath, [...]
Francis Flaherty: Hero of USS Oklahoma
On the morning of December 7th, 1941, the world changed forever when the US Navy base at Pearl Harbor was attacked by the Japanese Imperial Navy. The attack on Pearl [...]
How Pearl Harbor Changed the World
The surprise attack on Pearl Harbor by Japan on December 7, 1941, which caused massive destruction and sank the USS Arizona and other ships, stands as a pivotal moment [...]
Leaders of the US Navy at Pearl Harbor
The US Navy Leaders at Pearl Harbor: A Story of Duty, Scrutiny, and Heroism The Japanese surprise attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7th, 1941, remains etched in history [...]
Pre-war history of Pearl Harbor
Pearl Harbor, a tranquil harbor nestled in the Hawaiian island of Oahu, played a pivotal role in the dramatic events leading up to World War II. This serene location, strategically [...]
Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto
Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto was a complex and fascinating figure. He played a pivotal role in World War II. This Japanese leader, born in 1884, rose through the ranks of [...]
The First American Casualty of Pearl Harbor
The Japanese surprise attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, is a defining moment in American history. It plunged the United States into World War II and forever changed [...]
Who Was Pearl Harbor’s Highest-Ranking Casualty?
The Japanese surprise attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, stands as a pivotal moment in American history. Japan's main goal was the destruction of the US Pacific Fleet. [...]
