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1,200 wounded Congressman Faleomavaega announced today that he addressed the U.S. House of Representatives in support of a resolution which pays tribute to the United States citizens who died in the attack on Pearl Harbor and the surviving American Service members. "Madam Speaker, as the resolution properly notes, this December 7th will mark the 60th anniversary of Japan's deadly surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. On that Sunday morning, December 7, 1941, a Japanese force of 353 dive-bombers and torpedo planes attacked U.S. military naval forces on Oahu without warning. Our Nation suffered staggering losses, with over 2,400 servicemen and women killed, another 1,200 wounded, over 320 aircraft destroyed or damaged, and all eight U.S. battleships in Pearl Harbor sunk or seriously damaged. The next day, the United States declared war on Japan and later its Axis partners," noted Faleomavaega. The Congressman continued, "Madam Speaker, in many ways, we prevailed in World War II directly because of the brave and courageous members of our Armed Forces who died and fought at Pearl Harbor. Their sacrifices galvanized and ignited America's fighting spirit as never before, fueling us for years of battle until the forces of tyranny were defeated." In recognizing the treatment many Japanese Americans received from our government during World War II, the Congressman said, "[B]ut, Madam Speaker, the term Pearl Harbor also means something vastly different to certain Americans who suffered tremendously under the pretense of the policy of our national security. I am making reference specifically, Madam Speaker, to Americans of Japanese ancestry. Some 100,000 Americans were systematically herded like cattle and placed into concentration camps, with their property confiscated. At the height of tremendous hatred and bigotry and racism, what was very interesting is that we had another fantastic legacy to be shared with every American in our country." Some Japanese Americans enlisted in the U.S. Army and were placed in one unit which went on to set the standard for heroism and valor. The Congressman recognized these Japanese Americans, "It is important to recognize the contributions of the Japanese Americans who served in the U.S. Army's 100th Battalion and 442nd Combat Infantry group. History speaks for itself in documenting that none have shared their blood more valiantly for America than the Japanese Americans who served in these units while fighting enemy forces in Europe during World War II." "The records of the 100th Battalion and 442nd Infantry are without equal, Madam Speaker. These Japanese American units suffered an unprecedented casualty rate of 314 percent and received over 18,000 individual decorations. Many were awarded after their deaths for bravery and courage in the field of battle." "For your information, Madam Speaker, 52 Distinguished Service Crosses, 560 Silver Stars, and 9,480 Purple Hearts were awarded to the Japanese American soldiers of the 100th Battalion 442nd infantry. The 442nd Combat Infantry group emerged as the most decorated combat unit of its size in the history of the United States Army. President Truman was so moved by their bravery in the field of battle, as well as that of African American soldiers during World War II, that he issued an American order to desegregate the Armed Forces." The Congressman singled out Senator Inouye for special recognition, "I am happy to say that after Daniel Akaka introduced legislation in 1996 to review the war records of these soldiers, 20 Medals of Honor were awarded to these Japanese American soldiers, including Senator Daniel Inouye of Hawaii. The Senator was initially awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for heroism in combat and was an original member of the 442nd Infantry Combat group." "I might say also, Madam Speaker, that for many years I have served as executive officer of B Company of the 100th Battalion 442nd Infantry." "Madam Speaker, these Japanese Americans paid their dues in blood to protect our Nation from its enemies. It is a shameful legacy in the history of our country that when the patriotic survivors of the 100th Battalion 442nd Infantry returned to the United States, many were reunited with their parents, their brothers, and their sisters who were locked up behind barbed wire fences living in concentration camps." Relating a personal story Secretary Norman Mineta tells, the Congressman went on to say, "I recall our former colleague and friend who now serves as Secretary of Transportation, former Congressman Norm Mineta. He said as an 11-year-old, he was in one of these concentration camps. He was told that they had to put all these Japanese Americans in these concentration camps, that it was for their protection. Here was an 11- year-old saying if it was for their protection, why were all the machine guns pointed inside the camps and not outside the camps." "Madam Speaker, the wholesale and arbitrary abolishment of the constitutional rights of these loyal Japanese Americans will forever serve as a reminder and testament that this must never be allowed to occur again. Madam Speaker, as our government deals with the ramifications of the horrific terrorist attacks of September 11, I would hope our Nation would not forget this one basic lesson." Faleomavaega concluded his statement by recognizing those who died at Pearl Harbor and those who survived to fight in the war which was declared the next day. "I urge adoption of the resolution before us, which recognizes and honors the sacrifices of our armed services members who died and served at Pearl Harbor, for they inspire all Americans to seek to preserve and protect our great Nation and democracy. By the same token, Madam Speaker, let us not also forget what happened to our fellow Americans, the Japanese Americans. They suffered tremendously and did so without any guilt on their part, simply because they were Americans who happened to be of Japanese ancestry."

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1,200 wounded Congressman Faleomavaega announced today that he addressed the U.S. House of Representatives in support of a resolution which pays tribute to the United States citizens who died in the attack on Pearl Harbor and the surviving American Service members. "Madam Speaker, as the resolution properly notes, this December 7th will mark the 60th anniversary of Japan's deadly surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. On that Sunday morning, December 7, 1941, a Japanese force of 353 dive-bombers and torpedo planes attacked U.S. military naval forces on Oahu without warning. Our Nation suffered staggering losses, with over 2,400 servicemen and women killed, another 1,200 wounded, over 320 aircraft destroyed or damaged, and all eight U.S. battleships in Pearl Harbor sunk or seriously damaged. The next day, the United States declared war on Japan and later its Axis partners," noted Faleomavaega. The Congressman continued, "Madam Speaker, in many ways, we prevailed in World War II directly because of the brave and courageous members of our Armed Forces who died and fought at Pearl Harbor. Their sacrifices galvanized and ignited America's fighting spirit as never before, fueling us for years of battle until the forces of tyranny were defeated." In recognizing the treatment many Japanese Americans received from our government during World War II, the Congressman said, "[B]ut, Madam Speaker, the term Pearl Harbor also means something vastly different to certain Americans who suffered tremendously under the pretense of the policy of our national security. I am making reference specifically, Madam Speaker, to Americans of Japanese ancestry. Some 100,000 Americans were systematically herded like cattle and placed into concentration camps, with their property confiscated. At the height of tremendous hatred and bigotry and racism, what was very interesting is that we had another fantastic legacy to be shared with every American in our country." Some Japanese Americans enlisted in the U.S. Army and were placed in one unit which went on to set the standard for heroism and valor. The Congressman recognized these Japanese Americans, "It is important to recognize the contributions of the Japanese Americans who served in the U.S. Army's 100th Battalion and 442nd Combat Infantry group. History speaks for itself in documenting that none have shared their blood more valiantly for America than the Japanese Americans who served in these units while fighting enemy forces in Europe during World War II." "The records of the 100th Battalion and 442nd Infantry are without equal, Madam Speaker. These Japanese American units suffered an unprecedented casualty rate of 314 percent and received over 18,000 individual decorations. Many were awarded after their deaths for bravery and courage in the field of battle." "For your information, Madam Speaker, 52 Distinguished Service Crosses, 560 Silver Stars, and 9,480 Purple Hearts were awarded to the Japanese American soldiers of the 100th Battalion 442nd infantry. The 442nd Combat Infantry group emerged as the most decorated combat unit of its size in the history of the United States Army. President Truman was so moved by their bravery in the field of battle, as well as that of African American soldiers during World War II, that he issued an American order to desegregate the Armed Forces." The Congressman singled out Senator Inouye for special recognition, "I am happy to say that after Daniel Akaka introduced legislation in 1996 to review the war records of these soldiers, 20 Medals of Honor were awarded to these Japanese American soldiers, including Senator Daniel Inouye of Hawaii. The Senator was initially awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for heroism in combat and was an original member of the 442nd Infantry Combat group." "I might say also, Madam Speaker, that for many years I have served as executive officer of B Company of the 100th Battalion 442nd Infantry." "Madam Speaker, these Japanese Americans paid their dues in blood to protect our Nation from its enemies. It is a shameful legacy in the history of our country that when the patriotic survivors of the 100th Battalion 442nd Infantry returned to the United States, many were reunited with their parents, their brothers, and their sisters who were locked up behind barbed wire fences living in concentration camps." Relating a personal story Secretary Norman Mineta tells, the Congressman went on to say, "I recall our former colleague and friend who now serves as Secretary of Transportation, former Congressman Norm Mineta. He said as an 11-year-old, he was in one of these concentration camps. He was told that they had to put all these Japanese Americans in these concentration camps, that it was for their protection. Here was an 11- year-old saying if it was for their protection, why were all the machine guns pointed inside the camps and not outside the camps." "Madam Speaker, the wholesale and arbitrary abolishment of the constitutional rights of these loyal Japanese Americans will forever serve as a reminder and testament that this must never be allowed to occur again. Madam Speaker, as our government deals with the ramifications of the horrific terrorist attacks of September 11, I would hope our Nation would not forget this one basic lesson." Faleomavaega concluded his statement by recognizing those who died at Pearl Harbor and those who survived to fight in the war which was declared the next day. "I urge adoption of the resolution before us, which recognizes and honors the sacrifices of our armed services members who died and served at Pearl Harbor, for they inspire all Americans to seek to preserve and protect our great Nation and democracy. By the same token, Madam Speaker, let us not also forget what happened to our fellow Americans, the Japanese Americans. They suffered tremendously and did so without any guilt on their part, simply because they were Americans who happened to be of Japanese ancestry."

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The target at Pearl Harbor was the military. In the 1940's the US Military was extremely traditional and non-politically correct. Few if any women were on the military "targets" during the attack.

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There are no known lives lost.

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There Were about 250 women killed

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How many military men were stationed at Pearl Harbor on December 7 1941?

There were 17,567 men and 234 women, 200 of whom were nurses.


How many men and women were killed in the raid on pearl harbor?

Including civilians, approx 3400


Why is Dec7 Pearl Harbor day?

On the morning of December 7, 1941 350 Japanese planes attacked the base at Pearl Harbor and sunk ships and killed US sailors on the ships. Until 9-11 that was the only attack on US soil and just like we honor the people who died in NY we honor the men and women who died at Pearl Harbor. Pearl Harbor was the start of the United States joining the allies in the war against Hitler and the Japanese. It became a two front war.


What is the signficances of Pearl Harbor?

Pearl Harbor was the spark that ignited the second world war in the United States. Prior to the attack on Pearl Harbor, attitudes in the United States were divided as to whether the country should enter the war with Germany or Japan. Many, perhaps most, people were not inclined to sacrifice the souls or resources of the country in a fight that was not judged our own. Pearl Harbor made the fight our own! Men, women and children rose to the challenge of war on two fronts. Lives were lost, resources spent and final victory achieved.


What was the age requirement for women to work in factories during World War 2?

Well, the women took men's places in factories and businesses when we entered the war. We entered the war December 8, 1941, after the attack on Pearl Harbor. We left the war when Japan surrendered in August 1945.

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How many military men were stationed at Pearl Harbor on December 7 1941?

There were 17,567 men and 234 women, 200 of whom were nurses.


How many men and women were killed in the raid on pearl harbor?

Including civilians, approx 3400


Why is Dec7 Pearl Harbor day?

On the morning of December 7, 1941 350 Japanese planes attacked the base at Pearl Harbor and sunk ships and killed US sailors on the ships. Until 9-11 that was the only attack on US soil and just like we honor the people who died in NY we honor the men and women who died at Pearl Harbor. Pearl Harbor was the start of the United States joining the allies in the war against Hitler and the Japanese. It became a two front war.


How did the attack on pearl harbor change society?

men were drafted into the war and women stepped up and took there place in factories, businesses and offices.


What were the jobs of women at pearl harbor?

Most were nurses.


What rights did the women get after pearl harbor?

We got rights?


What is the signficances of Pearl Harbor?

Pearl Harbor was the spark that ignited the second world war in the United States. Prior to the attack on Pearl Harbor, attitudes in the United States were divided as to whether the country should enter the war with Germany or Japan. Many, perhaps most, people were not inclined to sacrifice the souls or resources of the country in a fight that was not judged our own. Pearl Harbor made the fight our own! Men, women and children rose to the challenge of war on two fronts. Lives were lost, resources spent and final victory achieved.


Why did Americans not think Pearl Harbor would be a target of Japanese attack?

Probably, they were too comfortable in the belief that no country would be insane enough to attack the industrial might and strength in manpower (and women power too) of the United States of America. They were wrong. They paid for their complacency at Pearl Harbor (harbour in British English). Japan was to eventually learn that it is not wise (even foolhardy) to pull the tail of a sleeping tiger, especially a tiger as big as the United States.


Why did women sign up for the military before Pearl Harbor?

Women's Army Auxiliary Corps came into being after Pearl Harbor, Women Appointed for Voluntary Emergency Service (WAVE's a U.S. navy organization) didn't exist until 1942. The SPARS the women's reserve of the U.S. Coast Guard, was created in Nov., 1942. The Marine Corps Women's Reserve began in 1943.


What was the age requirement for women to work in factories during World War 2?

Well, the women took men's places in factories and businesses when we entered the war. We entered the war December 8, 1941, after the attack on Pearl Harbor. We left the war when Japan surrendered in August 1945.


What was the impact of the Pearl Harbor attack on society?

Prior to the attack on Pearl Harbor the United States kept primarily to itself. The war was not on our soil therefore we did not want to get involved. At least not beyond the expenses of sending military and financial aide to Allied forces. After the attack ~ the lines to the recruitment offices extended round the block. Replacing the men who went off to war - the women stepped up and worked in the offices, businesses and factories. The US went from a quiet busy country to a country that was in high gear. We had the population and resources to make a difference and increase the Allied armies enough to make a difference in the war.


What is the significance of the USArizona?

The U.S.S. Arizona is significant because it represents all the men and women that deid in pearl harbor on December 7, 1941.