Attack on Pearl Harbor 1.1

The attack occurred on December 7, 1941.

The attack was carried out by the Imperial Japanese Navy.

Japan launched the attack in an attempt to destroy the US Pacific Fleet and prevent American interference in Japan's military actions in Southeast Asia.

The Japanese launched the attack with a total of 353 aircraft, including bombers, fighters, and torpedo planes.

The attack resulted in the death of more than 2,400 Americans and the destruction of numerous naval vessels and aircraft. It also prompted the United States to officially enter World War II.

While there were some signals that an attack was possible, such as intercepted messages, insufficient precautions were taken by American forces to prevent it. The specific target, however, remained unknown.

The actual Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor lasted approximately two hours, from 7:55 AM to 9:45 AM local time.

Although Japan dealt a significant blow to the US Pacific Fleet, they failed to cripple it entirely. The attack's main objectives, including destroying the US aircraft carriers and fuel depots, were not accomplished.

The day after the attack, President Franklin D. Roosevelt addressed Congress, famously calling it a 'date which will live in infamy,' and the United States formally declared war against Japan.

The attack marked a turning point for the United States' involvement in WWII and had a profound impact on American public opinion. It led to a united effort to mobilize for war and played a role in shaping subsequent US foreign policy for years to come.