1. The day that will live in infamy
PEARL HARBOR
The day that will live in infamy

2. THE PLACE
OAHU, HI
PEARL HARBOR

3. THE TIME At the beginning of World War II
December 7, the attack began at 7:55

4. THE REASONS Japan joined the Axis Nations
US trade embargo on Japan was hurting their economy
Wanted the US to be scared and stay out of the war
Wanted to be a world power

5. THE PROBLEMS WITH THE ATTACK - FOR THE US
“All eggs in one basket!”
Surprise attack from “unknown” enemy
Too many assumptions
Bad timing for inspections and transportation
Poor communication
Panic

6. THE STATISTICS
Japan used 105 high-flying bombers, 135 dive-bombers, and 81 fighter planes
The attack took two hours
18 warships, 188 aircraft and 2,403 men were lost
December 8, declaration of war