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Pearl Harbor is one of the most important moments in United States history. We strive to keep you informed of Pearl Harbor news, historical facts and details, and stories from survivors, the memorials, and more.
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Pearl Harbor Poetry

December 08, 2015 · Jason Alghussein
The attack on Pearl Harbor was an event that inspired a nation to come together. It continues to bring out emotions from the most hardened sailors and soldiers. Poetry is an excellent way to express the emotions of the day of infamy. December Seventh by Cornelius Douglas Pearl of beauty, Pearl of life, Within your channels deep […]
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Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto Quotes

October 12, 2015 · Randy Miller
The most famous Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto Quote about the sleeping giant may not even have been said by him. "I fear all we have done is to awaken a sleeping giant and fill him with a terrible resolve." This quote can be heard in the films Tora! Tora! Tora! and Pearl Harbor.  However, there is some doubt […]
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Why Japan Attacked Pearl Harbor

August 27, 2015 · Jason Alghussein
Japan attacked Pearl Harbor for a few reasons. The reason for the attack and the goal of the attack are not the same. The Reason Japan Attacked Pearl Harbor Japan had seen successes in previous years by attacking  and colonizing Korea, and defeating Russia, and China. With goals of expansion in Asia and the Pacific, Japan […]
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100 Year Old Pearl Harbor Survivor Wayne Shelnutt

August 17, 2015 · Jason Alghussein
Check out this excellent article by Pete Mecca of the Rockdale News about Pearl Harbor Survivor Wayne Shelnutt. His account of the attack is quite fascinating. He served aboard the Battleship USS California, flagship of the Pacific Fleet. Shelnutt mentions that on December 5th, 1941 someone on his ship spotted a submarine.  They spent the […]
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Tips for Visiting the Battleship Missouri

July 31, 2015 · Jason Alghussein
When people talk about visiting Pearl Harbor, they usually are referring to the Arizona Memorial. There are many other sights to see at Pearl Harbor. The USS Missouri is second most popular site and one you certainly do not want to miss. How can you make your trip better? Follow our tips for visiting the Battleship […]
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10 Recommended Pearl Harbor Books

May 22, 2015 · Jason Alghussein
There are hundreds of books about Pearl Harbor, ranging from children's books to in-depth historical analyses. Some cover the attack itself and others delve into a political analysis of the Pearl Harbor attack. Below is a list that our editors chose as the most readable and useful Pearl Harbor books. Pearl Harbor Books about the Attack These […]
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JONES, Herbert C.

April 20, 2015 · Jason Alghussein
Medal of Honor Winner Herbert Jones was a young officer in the Navy. He died rescuing others during the attack. His wife, Joanne was living in Honolulu, in officer living quarters. Joanne remarried and her son-in-law, Charles Edward Aubrey, had this to say about Herbert Jones: When the ship got hit (Herbert) went down below to get all the […]
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WALKER, Lumus E.

April 17, 2015 · Jason Alghussein
HQ Squadron 15th Pursuit Group
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WALCZYNSKI, Andrew A.

April 17, 2015 · Jason Alghussein
6th Pursuit Squadron Originally from Colorado Andrew A. Walczynski served at Wheeler field during the attack. He is now buried at Punchbowl National Cemetery of the Pacific.
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VIDOLOFF, Russell P.

April 17, 2015 · Jason Alghussein
HQ Squadron 15th Pursuit Group
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