77 years ago today

[1 Wild R/T]

Just before 0800 hours on that Sunday morning, Japanese forces led a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, a U.S. naval base near Honolulu, Hawaii, bringing with them hundreds of fighter planes.

It began with a first wave of 183 planes, followed by a second wave of 171 planes, all with varying targets. A third wave was initially considered, but later withdrawn.

Thousands of Americans died in the less than 90-minute assault, including civilians. Another thousand were wounded.

Let us never forget...

[Cuda Cody]

 

[js27]

The Day that should be remembered forever along with 9-11. My dad fought in WW II and the Korean War.
JS27

[Cuda Cody]

 

[anlauto]

Oh...I thought you were going to say it was your birthday ?

[73440]

God bless them all who served !
Last year on this date , I received a 1941 nickle in change at breakfast.

[bennydodge]