Cordell Hull And Sumner Welles Testify Before Pearl Harbor Committee

The transcript discusses Hull's significant role in negotiations with Japan, emphasizing the American policy to avoid conflict while bolstering defenses. It includes testimony from government officials, highlighting that Pearl Harbor was not considered a probable target at the time.

What was the main goal of American policy in negotiations with Japan according to Hull?

• To impose economic sanctions on Japan

• To form an alliance with Japan

• To avoid a break with Japan

• To declare war on Japan

Who did Alben Barkley communicate with regarding the official records?

• Douglas MacArthur

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• Sumner Welles

• Cordell Hull

What was Sumner Welles' position during the discussions?

• Chief of Staff

• Secretary of Defense

• Under Secretary of State

• Ambassador to Japan

What did the government officials fail to indicate about Pearl Harbor?

• It was a probable target

• It was well-defended

• It was a strategic location

• It was an economic hub

Which location was not considered a probable objective by government officials?

• Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

• Midway Island

• Philippines

• Guam