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What was a significant outcome of the attack on Pearl Harbor concerning American aircraft carriers?
What was a significant outcome of the attack on Pearl Harbor concerning American aircraft carriers?
- American aircraft carriers were overwhelmed by Japanese forces.
- American aircraft carriers were present and heavily damaged.
- No American aircraft carriers were damaged due to their absence. (correct)
- All American aircraft carriers were sunk during the attack.
What was a key factor for the U.S. antiaircraft fire's limited effectiveness during the attack?
What was a key factor for the U.S. antiaircraft fire's limited effectiveness during the attack?
- The Japanese forces were poorly trained and unprepared.
- U.S. ships had already suffered significant damage prior to the attack.
- The skill and bravery of U.S. servicemembers were lacking.
- The U.S. antiaircraft weapons were inadequate in number and capability. (correct)
Which of the following naval facilities were spared damage during the Pearl Harbor attack?
Which of the following naval facilities were spared damage during the Pearl Harbor attack?
- Submarine base
- Fuel tank farms
- Naval yard repair facilities
- All of the above (correct)
What was the emotional response of Americans following the attack on Pearl Harbor?
What was the emotional response of Americans following the attack on Pearl Harbor?
Who directed the defense of the U.S. battleships during the attack on Pearl Harbor?
Who directed the defense of the U.S. battleships during the attack on Pearl Harbor?
What was the date of the attack on Pearl Harbor?
What was the date of the attack on Pearl Harbor?
How many aircraft were involved in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor?
How many aircraft were involved in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor?
Which battleship was specifically mentioned as having a sailor sacrifice his life to prevent an explosion?
Which battleship was specifically mentioned as having a sailor sacrifice his life to prevent an explosion?
What was the total number of casualties (killed or missing) for the Navy during the attack?
What was the total number of casualties (killed or missing) for the Navy during the attack?
Which of the following acts did Chief Boatswain Edwin J. Hill perform during the attack?
Which of the following acts did Chief Boatswain Edwin J. Hill perform during the attack?
What was the total number of Navy, Marine Corps, and U.S. Army Air Force planes destroyed in the attack?
What was the total number of Navy, Marine Corps, and U.S. Army Air Force planes destroyed in the attack?
What was the total number of Japanese aircraft losses during the attack?
What was the total number of Japanese aircraft losses during the attack?
How many U.S. Navy personnel were awarded the Medal of Honor for their actions during the attack?
How many U.S. Navy personnel were awarded the Medal of Honor for their actions during the attack?
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Reeves and Jones
Reeves and Jones
Servicemen who stayed at their posts during the attack on Pearl Harbor, sacrificing their lives to keep defenses operational.
Technological Surprise
Technological Surprise
When the Japanese forces used superior aircraft and weapons, catching U.S. defenses off guard.
U.S. Aircraft Carriers
U.S. Aircraft Carriers
Crucial naval vessels not damaged during the Pearl Harbor attack, instrumental in later operations.
Collective Commitment
Collective Commitment
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Pearl Harbor's Impact
Pearl Harbor's Impact
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Pearl Harbor Attack
Pearl Harbor Attack
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Casualties of Pearl Harbor
Casualties of Pearl Harbor
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Japanese Forces
Japanese Forces
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Acts of Valor
Acts of Valor
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Chief Water Tender Peter Tomich
Chief Water Tender Peter Tomich
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Chief Boatswain Edwin J. Hill
Chief Boatswain Edwin J. Hill
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Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
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Total Japanese Losses
Total Japanese Losses
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Study Notes
Pearl Harbor Attack
- Surprise attack by Imperial Japanese Navy on Sunday morning, December 7, 1941.
- 353 Japanese aircraft from six carriers attacked U.S. Pacific Fleet at Pearl Harbor.
- Attacks included torpedo and high-level bombing roles.
- Attacked nearby airfields and bases.
- Damaged or sunk: 5 battleships, 3 destroyers, 1 gunnery training ship, 3 light cruisers, 2 destroyers, 2 seaplane tenders, 2 repair ships, 1 destroyer tender, and multiple others.
- Destruction of 188 U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and U.S. Army Air Force planes.
- Casualties:
- Killed/Missing: Navy 2,008; Marine Corps 109; Army 218, Civilian 68
- Wounded: Navy 710; Marine Corps 69; Army 364, Civilian 35
- Japanese losses: Fewer than 100 men and 29 planes
- U.S. personnel displayed extraordinary courage; many were posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor.
- Examples of heroic acts by individuals who fought despite heavy odds and danger and sacrificed themselves to save others.
- Chief Water Tender Peter Tomich, ex-battleship Utah
- Chief Boatswain Edwin J. Hill, battleship Nevada
- Ensign Francis Flaherty, Seaman First Class J. Richard Ward, battleship Oklahoma
- Chief Radioman Thomas J. Reeves, Machinist's Mate First Class Robert R. Scott, Ensign Herbert C. Jones, battleship California
- Rear Admiral Isaac C. Kidd, Captain Franklin Van Valkenburgh, battleship Arizona, and Captain Mervyn S. Bennion , battleship West Virginia.
Japanese Successes and Failures
- Japanese forces were surprised at quick reaction and intensity of U.S. antiaircraft fire.
- U.S. antiaircraft weapons were inadequate in number and capability.
- Japanese achieved tactical and technological surprise with superior aircraft and weaponry.
- Failed to damage any U.S. aircraft carriers, which were absent from the harbor.
Impact of the Attack
- Damage to U.S. Pacific Fleet was extensive, but not complete.
- U.S. aircraft carriers, cruisers, destroyers, and fleet oilers were crucial to the next engagements.
- U.S. fuel tank farms, repair facilities and submarine base were spared.
- U.S. technological skill repaired all but three ships.
- United the nation, leading to a commitment for victory in World War II.
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