On December 7, 1941, Doris Miller expected, like many other Americans, to wake up and head to his job as a cook. The Second World War was raging in Europe, but America had not yet entered the war. But the attack on Pearl Harbor changed everything, and instead of preparing food and measuring seasonings, United States Naval Serviceman Doris Miller would find himself manning a … [Read more...]
Untold Stories: The Female Heroes of Pearl Harbor
Changing the course of American history, the attack of Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, remains one of the most tragic days our country has ever experienced. In the blink of an eye, our nation was forced into active engagement in World War II. The female heroes of Pearl Harbor played a pivotal role in reducing the suffering and casualties our nation endured. We honor the … [Read more...]
Meet Isoroku Yamamoto, the Man Who Planned the Pearl Harbor Attack
APRIL 4, 2022 – Today might be his birthday, but this is one man that we’re definitely not wishing a happy birthday to. Isoroku Yamamoto, the commander-in-chief of the Combined Fleet that was responsible for the Pearl Harbor bombings, was born on this day in 1884. We’re going to take a peek behind the curtain at the life and infamy of Isoroku Yamamoto on the 138th … [Read more...]
Pearl Harbor Oil Leak Reaches Boiling Point as Pentagon Takes Action
MARCH 8, 2022 – The effects of the 1941 Pearl Harbor attacks are LITERALLY still being felt today – as the USS Arizona continues to leak oil into the harbor. On top of this decades-long issue, a Navy oil tank is now spilling even more fuel into the waters. Yesterday, the Pentagon announced that they’ll finally be taking action to stop the leak – at least from the oil … [Read more...]