Navy Chaplain Awarded Silver Star
December 18, 2017The attack on Pearl Harbor produced heroes of all kinds, and not all of them were fighting men. In a ceremony coinciding with the 76th anniversary of the attack, naval... Read More
Pearl Harbor Heroes
Not all heroes wear capes. On the day of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, so many brave crewmen showed immense courage in the face of grave danger and made their countrymen proud. From rescuing others to returning Japanese fire, these crewmen went above and beyond the call of duty that day and saved many lives.
Find out more about these Pearl Harbor heroes and discover their touching stories of bravery and selflessness.
Pearl Harbor Hero Doris Miller Statue Unveiled
December 6, 2017Many heroes came out of the devastating attack on Pearl Harbor, men who risked their lives for the sake of their fellow serviceman. Many jumped into the flaming, oil-slicked waters... Read More
A Very Special Birthday Present
November 22, 2017What do you get a man who survived one of the most devastating events in United States history, a 97-year-old survivor who’s seen the world change time and time again,... Read More
Forensic Science and Pearl Harbor
October 24, 2017On December 7, 1941, the Imperial Japanese Navy launched a deadly strike on the American naval base at Pearl Harbor and nearby air fields with the intent of crippling the... Read More
Heroes of the Harbor: Anna Urda Busby
October 11, 2017Not long after the United States was dragged into World War II, the role of America's women changed drastically. Once limited to being schoolteachers, housewives, and secretaries, many women found... Read More
Julio DeCastro: Hero of the USS Oklahoma
August 21, 2017Over 2400 Americans lost their lives when the Japanese launched their surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. But amid the tragedy, there were also tales of heroism, of men who swooped... Read More
The Ill-Fated Captain of the USS Arizona
July 29, 2017The USS Arizona (BB-39) suffered a fate on December 7th, 1941 that would make her one of the most iconic battleships of all time. During the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor,... Read More
Pearl Harbor’s Medal of Honor Recipients
April 9, 2017Many heroes rose to the occasion during the attack on Pearl Harbor, but some were recognized for their heroic efforts to protect their fellow servicemen. For their service, many received... Read More
Howard Linn, USS Nevada Survivor
April 1, 2017On December 7th, 1941, the Japanese assaulted Pearl Harbor, killing over 2,400 American sailors, Marines, and civilians. On March 19th, 2017, a former sailor aboard the USS Nevada joined his... Read More
Heroes of the Harbor: John S. Harper
March 25, 2017Before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Navy men like John Harper were simply doing their jobs. They woke up, got dressed, and engaged in their daily activities just like... Read More
Heroes of the Harbor: Doris Miller
January 11, 2017The First U.S. Hero of World War II When the first Japanese bomber entered Hawaiian territory on December 7th, 1941, very few people probably stopped and thought about how they... Read More
Heroes of the Harbor: Samuel Fuqua
December 18, 2016When the Japanese arrived at Pearl Harbor and commenced its bombing of the military base and surrounding region, many Americans jumped into action. Thousands of men were thrust into battle and, as... Read More
The Heroic Story of Raymond
December 6, 2016On December 7, 1941, 49 civilians were killed when Japan attacked Pearl Harbor. They were fire department employees, government staff, and locals who were simply going about their day. We... Read More
5 Pearl Harbor Heroes You Need To Know About
November 18, 2016During the attack on Pearl Harbor, the men didn’t have much time to think about their actions. They simply did what they could do, or what they thought they needed... Read More
George V. Martin
February 13, 2016George V. Martin was 22 when the attack on Pearl Harbor occurred. He was assigned to HQ + HQ Squadron Hawaiian Air Force (which was later re-designated the 7th A.F.)... Read More
JONES, Herbert C.
April 19, 2015Medal 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... Read More
HICKOK, Warren Paul
April 17, 2015(Killed on USS Pennsylvania) Hickok was assigned to the light mine layer USS Sicard. According to defense officials, many Sicard crewmembers had been dispatched at the time to help the... Read More
WALCZYNSKI, Andrew A.
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. Read More
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