Pearl Harbor Mr. Tran
CA Standard 11.7.1 Examine the origins of American involvement in the war, with an emphasis on the events that precipitated the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Objective Students will analyze the events that was prior and led to Pearl Harbor, and analyze its effects by reading and dissecting “A Date in Infamy” speech
Anticipatory set 16 iconic pictures of Pearl Harbor
U.S. Supports Britain I. Atlantic Charter- Prime Minister Churchill met with President Roosevelt in Canada to discuss war aims such as no gains in territory and self-government. III. Danger in the Seas- A. In Oct. 1941, Reuben James and the Kearney (two American destroyers) were sunk by German submarines because they were carrying arms. . U.S. Response I. U.S. Lend-Lease Act 1941 A. transfer of military equipment to nations whose defense was considered vital to the United States. B. Ended American neutrality
Bombing of Pearl Harbor Japan: (Dec. 7, 1941) I. Japanese Aggression A. Japan expanded control in Pacific and threatened U.S. supplies of natural resources B. Planned to destroy American naval and air power in the Pacific to assure U.S. would not interfere in its efforts to control Asia
Sank 8 ships Damaged 10 ships Destroyed 188 planes Dec 7th, 1941 Sank 8 ships Damaged 10 ships Destroyed 188 planes Killed 2,300 Americans
U.S. Response US Declares war on Japan Italy and Germany declare war on United States U.S. Declares war on Italy and Germany
The War Allies: U.S. Britain and France Vs. Axis: Japan, Italy, and Germany
Student Engagement Read “A Day in Infamy” Speech. Answer Questions and Tweet accordingly to each paragraph.
Closing Read the tweets together to a partner in order. Does it make sense?