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Unprepared for Attack: December 7, 1941

December 07, 2019 · Chris

The element of surprise leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor was the core reason why the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service was able to inflict so much destruction without suffering significant losses of their own. Unaware of what was hurtling toward them, the sailors, Marines, and soldiers stationed at Pearl Harbor and around […]

Why Tours Don't Stop at Punchbowl Cemetery

December 03, 2019 · Chris

Pearl Harbor tours are a convenient way to explore the history of December 7, 1941. That’s part of what makes them so popular. Most tours of Pearl Harbor also include a driving tour through historic downtown Honolulu, where you can see Iolani Palace and the Hawaii State Capitol, as well as make a stop at […]

Common Myths About Pearl Harbor Tours

November 30, 2019 · Chris

During your research while deciding among the different Pearl Harbor tours, you may come across quite a few opinions about participating in tours in and why you’re better off going solo. Some travelers may not like tours in general, and can be pretty vocal about their feelings online. Others spread second- and third-hand information that […]

How Accurate Is the New Midway Movie?

November 26, 2019 · Chris

When you immerse yourself in history, it becomes clear how important it is for the theatrical movies that claim to depict real events to be as accurate as possible. While Hollywood often takes shortcuts to fit within a two-hour run-time, it shouldn’t omit or change key moments if the film is intended to come across […]

Missing Submarine USS Grayback Located

November 22, 2019 · Chris

Over the course of the Pacific War, the Imperial Japanese Navy and the United States Navy engaged in many deadly encounters. Scattered throughout the Pacific Theater are the sunken remains of ships that didn’t survive the engagements. In recent years, several projects have made it their mission to locate these wrecks. One of the most […]

Pearl Harbor Survivor George Hursey Dies at 98

November 22, 2019 · Chris

As we move ever further away in time from the events of December 7, 1941, we continue to bid farewell to the brave men and women who lived through the devastating attack on Pearl Harbor. Their first-hand accounts of the Japanese attack have been invaluable, but the passage of time makes the loss of these […]

The Battleship That Never Was

November 19, 2019 ·

As tensions rose across the Pacific in the run-up to the outbreak of war, the Imperial Japanese Navy tried to intimidate the United States with the massive Yamato-class battleship. Little was known about the new class of battleship, though it was rumored to have battery configurations that violated the Second London Naval Treaty, which Japan […]

Technology of R/V Petrel Aids in Major Discoveries

November 06, 2019 · Chris

If you’ve been following the many discoveries of the R/V Petrel expeditions, you likely have given some thought to the type of equipment used by the pioneering researchers. Founded—and funded—by the late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen, Petrel has been able to invest in high-tech equipment that allows the team to see the ocean floor in ways […]

Best—and Worst—Days to Visit Pearl Harbor

November 02, 2019 ·

If you're among the thousands of people planning a trip to Hawaii over the holiday season, you're also probably starting to think about tours and activities while you're here, including a visit to Pearl Harbor. Looking at the days you have available and matching them with the activities you want to book, it's helpful to […]

World War II Aircraft: B-29 Superfortress

November 01, 2019 · Chris

B-29 Superfortress: Born of Necessity The attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941 forced the United States into military conflict with a powerful and bold opponent. The forces of Imperial Japan attacked the naval base on the island of Oahu in an attempt to cripple the Pacific Fleet. To answer this challenge, the Americans […]

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Unprepared for Attack: December 7, 1941

Why Tours Don't Stop at Punchbowl Cemetery

Common Myths About Pearl Harbor Tours

How Accurate Is the New Midway Movie?

Missing Submarine USS Grayback Located

Pearl Harbor Survivor George Hursey Dies at 98

The Battleship That Never Was

Technology of R/V Petrel Aids in Major Discoveries

Best—and Worst—Days to Visit Pearl Harbor

World War II Aircraft: B-29 Superfortress

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