...—the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan… No matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the American people will through their righteous might win through to absolute victory… With confidence in our armed forces-with the unbounded determination of our people-we will gain the inevitable triumph-so help us God. I, therefore, ask that the Congress declare that since the dastardly and unprovoked attack by Japan on Sunday, December seventh, a state of war has existed between the United States and the Japanese Empire.” -President Franklin D. Roosevelt on Dec. 8, 1941, asking Congress to declare war on Japan This year marks the 70th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor and although we will not be studying about that event until the second semester it is important to recognize the significant impact that event had on the shaping of our nation. Check out this link for more information
