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How did pearl harbor begin and end?

Japan thought that the US was going to attack them so Japan attacked us first even though we were not going to attack them. And pearl harbor ended when Japan ran out of planes on there carriers.


What was the primary target of the first attack on Pearl Harbor?

on December 7, 1941, a 'date the united states of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the empire of japan. they attacked on pearl harbor suddenly, on this day many peoples died and they face big loss. by the first attack on pearl harbor the people get angry and they want revenge from japan. their target is to destroy everything.


How was Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union similar to Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor?

they were both the initial strikes in the first signs of a world war


Where in the us is pearl harbor?

Yes. Pearl Harbor is located on the southern coast of O'ahu, Hawaii.


When did japan first think of attacking Pearl Harbor?

The first serious plans and preparations for the actual attack began in January 1941. A hypothetical attack on the Pearl Harbor base had been on the exams given at the Japanese Naval Academy for years though. Both Japanese and Americans thought an attack on Pearl Harbor was not feasible because the torpedoes dropped from bomber ran too deep after dropping and would get stuck in the bottom of the harbor, a problem which Japan solved by practicing extreme low-level drops and fitting the torpedoes with wooden fins for extra buoyancy.

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Who were the first to attack at pearl harbor?

There was only one attacker, Japan.


Why did the attack on Pearl Harbor affect America and how did it get so out of control and how did it start in the first place?

The Japanese attacked America by aerially assualting pearl harbor the reason is i believe Germany put pressure on japan forcing japan to attack pearl harbor


How did pearl harbor begin and end?

Japan thought that the US was going to attack them so Japan attacked us first even though we were not going to attack them. And pearl harbor ended when Japan ran out of planes on there carriers.


What was the first country to enter a war with air attack?

Japan at Pearl Harbor on December 7 1944


Did Japan attack Malaya first or Pearl Harbor in 1941?

Although, technically the Malayan campaign may have occurred a day after Pearl Harbor; the invasion forces (Ships, Planes, tanks, troops, etc.) were in position to launch the attack at the same time as the Pearl Harbor attack took place.


Was the attack on pearl harbor in Canada was a success?

Pearl Harbor is located on the island of Oahu, a Hawaiian Island, a US terrirory in 1941. The Japanese attack at Pearl Harbor & other bases on Oahu on December 7, 1941 was a tactical success, but a strategic failure for Japan. Canada was the first nation to officially declare war (on Japan) after the attack. Japan's declaration of war on the United States, Netherlands, and the British Empire (including Commonwealth nations) was not accomplished until many hours after the Pearl Harbor attack.


Who was the air force commander who led the first attack on japan after pearl harbor?

US general Dolittle (then a colonel)


What was the primary target of the first attack on Pearl Harbor?

on December 7, 1941, a 'date the united states of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the empire of japan. they attacked on pearl harbor suddenly, on this day many peoples died and they face big loss. by the first attack on pearl harbor the people get angry and they want revenge from japan. their target is to destroy everything.


Where did Japan attack America in the Pacific war in War World 2?

Japan attacked the United States first at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Attacks followed shortly in the Philippines, Guam, and Wake Islands. Later Japan occupied the Alaskan Islands of Attu and Kiska as a diversion for an attack on Midway Island.


When did the US declared war on Pearl Harbor?

First of all, Pearl Harbor was and still is a part of country (we never declared war on Pearl Harbor). Second, I assume you're asking when we declared war on Japan BECAUSE of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Pearl Harbor was attacked on December 7, 1941. Roosevelt declared war on December 8th.


How did japan feel about the attack of pearl harbor?

The Japanese at first greeted this military victory with enthusiasm just as any patriotic citizen .


When did Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor the first attack on American Soil?

The Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor at December 7th, 1941, at about 8 A.M.