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Why is Pearl Harbor called the secret war?

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Pearl Harbor was, as is all battles (supposed to be) a secret until the opening shot. Otherwise, it was not a secret war. A secret war is called "covert operations" like today's SEALs, CIA, Special Forces, Delta Forces, etc.

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