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How many torpedo's were dropped at pearl harbor?
During the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, Japanese forces dropped a total of 40 torpedoes. These torpedoes were launched from aircraft and were part of a coordinated strike that targeted the U.S. Pacific Fleet stationed at Pearl Harbor. Despite their limited effectiveness against the shallow harbor, they contributed to the overall devastation of the attack.
What single stroke of good luck saved the Pacific fleet from total destruction?
When the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor, all the Seventh Fleet aircraft carriers were at sea. Thus, they came through unscathed. They and their airwings were then able to defeat the enemy at Midway and the Battle of the Coral Sea. At that time; the Japs realized they had bitten off more than they could chew.
How many planes were used on Pearl Harbor total?
360 planes made up the two waves used to attack Pearl Harbor.
How many casualties were there aboard the Maryland in Pearl Harbor?
The USS Maryland suffered a total of 4 casualties during the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Why do they call it jap slap?
Unprovoked and a total surprise. Think Pearl Harbor.
How many Americans soldiers and sailors died in the Pearl Harbor attack?
NOT Counting the warships. Approximately 420 Japanese airplanes attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The dive bombers carried two crewmen, the torpedo bombers carried three crewmen, and the fighter planes (Zeros) carried one pilot. There were less than one thousand Japanese aircrewmen attacking the US Battleship Fleet anchored at Pearl Harbor.
Why was there no declaration before pearl harbor attack?
There was no declaration before the attack on Pearl Harbor because the Japanese government believed a surprise attack would cripple the United States Pacific Fleet and prevent them from interfering with Japanese military expansion in the Asia-Pacific region. It was seen as a strategic move to gain an advantage in the early stages of the war.
How many were killed at Pearl Harbor?
2,335 military and 68 civilians, for a total of 2,403
Was there a secret Japanese sub fround recently near Pearl Harbor?
Yes. There were a total of 5 2-man subs used at Pearl Harbor. The most recently found one was the fifth.
Why was the success of the attack on Pearl Harbor considered great but not total?
The attack on Pearl harbour was not considered total because the Air Craft Carriers stationed at the harbour were not present at the time of the attack. Those same carriers proved essential in the Pacific victories of the Allies later in the war.
Were there any compromises between Japan and U.S. as a result of Pearl Harbor?
Total war. No compromise.
How many people in total died in the attack on Pearl Harbor?
Close to 2500 military and civilians
