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“A Date Which Will Live in Infamy”:
“A Date Which Will Live in Infamy”: President Franklin D. Roosevelt: Yesterday, December 7, 1941—a date which will live in infamy—the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan. The United States was at peace with that nation, and, at the solicitation of Japan, was still in conversation with its government and its emperor looking toward the maintenance of peace in the Pacific. Indeed, one hour after Japanese air squadrons had commenced bombing in the American island of Oahu, the Japanese ambassador to the United States and his colleague delivered to our secretary of state a formal reply to a recent American message. While this reply stated that it seemed useless to continue the existing diplomatic negotiations, it contained no threat or hint of war or armed attack. It will be recorded that the distance of Hawaii from Japan makes it obvious that the attack was deliberately planned many days or even weeks ago. During the intervening time the Japanese government has deliberately sought to deceive the United States by false statements and expressions of hope for continued peace. The attack yesterday on the Hawaiian Islands has caused severe damage to American naval and military forces. I regret to tell you that very many American lives have been lost. In addition, American ships have been reported torpedoed on the high seas between San Francisco and Honolulu. Yesterday the Japanese government also launched as attack against Malaya. Last night Japanese forces attacked Hong Kong. Last night Japanese forces attacked Guam. Last night Japanese forces attacked the Philippine Islands. Last night Japanese forces attacked Wake Island. And this morning the Japanese attacked Midway Island. "Japan has, therefore, undertaken a surprise offensive extending throughout the Pacific area. The facts of yesterday and today speak for themselves. The people of the United States have already formed their opinions and well understand the implications to the very life and safety of our nation. As commander in chief of the Army and Navy I have directed that all measures be taken for our defense. But always will our whole nation remember the character of the onslaught against us. . . " Source: Courtesy of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Library, Hyde Park, New York. Our veterans of this incident are getting older, and soon we may not have any with us. Please take some time, remember them, their sacrifices and those that are no longer with us. |
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so may young people have no clue on American history
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We must always remember our history and it cost
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FYI. For those who need reminding, the History Channel is showing multiple shows on this event, including one titled "Pearl Harbor, The Truth". Always remember. Gina
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Gina: many thanks for your note!! I hope many of our young people watch this as I do not think our history is being taught in schools the way it once was. and to Pal: This was a terrible event in our history and you have captured the detail beautifully. Thank You (Virtual Symposium Group) use Virtual Symposium Group
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Pal what a beautiful post here. I do remember and we should never forget this date in time and what it cost us. hugssssssssss V Become a blog watcher sweet_vm
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Great.
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Late last night I was listening to a radio programme commemorating Pearl Harbour. I've never understood why the Japanese did this. on the radio show a Japanese academic attempted to explain why. She said it was a response to threatened trade sanctions which would have been ruinous for Japan's economy. She also said it was a very stupid thing to have done as it almost singlehandedly brought America into the World War which ended up as more ruinous to Japan.
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A day that will be forever embedded in our hearts, minds and lives..
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12/7/2016 4:27 pm |
A day I'll always remember for sure. Well done my friend! "Sweet, steamy, sensuous kisses light the bright fires of passionate lust within us." scott6250
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