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Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day 2024
- Saturday, December 7 (in 96 days)
- Saturday, December 7
Learn about the history and significance of the annual observance on December 7 to honor the victims of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. Find out about the memorials, medals, and events related to this day in the United States.
Learn about the history and significance of Dec. 7, the day of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. Watch videos and view photos of the annual commemoration events held at the Pearl Harbor National Memorial.
On Monday, America commemorates the 79th anniversary of Pearl Harbor. Here are the facts surrounding that fateful day—and how to pay tribute.
- Japan and the Path to War. The attack on Pearl Harbor was a surprise, but Japan and the United States had been edging toward war for decades. The United States was particularly unhappy with Japan’s increasingly belligerent attitude toward China.
- Where Is Pearl Harbor? Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, is located near the center of the Pacific Ocean, roughly 2,000 miles from the U.S. mainland and about 4,000 miles from Japan.
- USS Arizona. The Japanese plan was simple: Destroy the Pacific Fleet. That way, the Americans would not be able to fight back as Japan’s armed forces spread across the South Pacific.
- Impact of the Pearl Harbor Attack. In all, the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor crippled or destroyed nearly 20 American ships and more than 300 airplanes.
Nov 27, 2023 · Learn about the attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on December 7, 1941, and its impact on U.S. history and veterans. Explore historical materials, videos, events, and articles from the National Archives and Records Administration.
Dec 3, 2021 · President Biden honors the patriots who died in the 1941 attack and commemorates their valor and sacrifice. He urges Americans to fly the flag at half-staff and reflect on the courage and peace that followed the tragedy.
Oct 1, 2021 · Learn about the theme, events, and resources for the 80th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. Find out how to participate online or in person, and how to honor the veterans and survivors.
