Backround History
Pearl Harbor was a big day in history, or as President Roosevelt said, "Its a date witch will live in infamy." What it really means is that this day will never be forgotten, especially for the people who were actually in the bombing. Over 3,500 people were killed through the 2 hours of the terrifying attack, 350 fighter planes were destroyed or damaged, and all 8 battleships were either sunk or badly damaged. Japan expected to gain more natural sources from other countries but they didn't. It just caused the congress to declare war on Japan. Three days after we declared war on Japan, Japanese allies, Germany and Italy, declared war on the U.S. More then 2 years of conflict, America had finally joined World War II. Osami Nagano was the leader of Japan and the chief of the army at the time. Osami Nagano attacked the U.S right out of the blue. Japan did not want to attack America since our two countries were at peace but Osami Nagano did not agree. He secretly must of had SOMETHING against America that we don't know of. After his attack on Pearl Harbor he was arrested for his crimes and died before him trial. Osami Nagano was a weak leader according to people. He had relied upon the United States for resources. In my defence, he shouldn't even have became leader to Japan.