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The Japanese didn't want to get into a war with the US. The plan was to take out Pearl Harbor, a major U.S. naval base, unexpectedly, thus crippling the giant and keeping them out of Japan's hair while Japan went on to conquer East Asia.
It was also the Japanese intention to take control of the Philippines which meant that they would have to oppose the United States at some point. They chose to make it an engagement on their terms as opposed to one where the Americans could have a strong showing.
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What happened after japan bombed the United States?
congress declared war on japan then japans allies (Germany and Italy) declared war on the united states
Were the US and Japan allies during World War 2?
No, the United States and Japan were not allies. Japan attacked Pearl Harbor, and that is the reason the United States entered the war.
Who fought in the war of the pacific?
united states and japan
What happened to the United States after the Attack on Pearl Harbor?
The United States declared war on Japan.
Why was it easy for Japan to attack Pearl Harbor?
BECAUSE JAPAN DIDN'T DECLAIRE WAR ON THE UNITED STATES SO THEY WERE NOT PARPARED. AS A RESAULT OF JAPAN ATTACKING PEARL HARBOR THE UNITED STATES DECLEARED WAR ON JAPAN.
When was war declared on Japan by US?
The United States declared war on Japan December 8 , 1941 .
How did United states treat japan after the war?
Helped them rebuild.
How did the united States treat Japan after war?
Helped them rebuild.
Why did Germany And Italy declare war upon the United states?
Because the United States declared war on Japan after Pearl Harbor.
Why did the U.S. fight a war with Japan?
Because the forces of Japan attacked the United States.
How did the US treat japan after World War 2?
The United States demanded the Japan pay for war damages.
How did the US treat Japan after the World War 2?
The United States demanded the Japan pay for war damages.
