084 Before the Attack on Pearl Harbor - One Minute History

The transcript outlines the events leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor. It begins with Japan's invasion of China and the US response, which includes trade sanctions. Enraged by these actions, Emperor Hirohito approves a plan for the attack on Pearl Harbor. Diplomatic efforts fail as President Roosevelt learns of Japan's war plans. Despite a final proposal from the US demanding Japan's withdrawal, the attack on Pearl Harbor is already underway.

What action did the U.S. take in response to Japan's invasion of China and French Indochina?

• Declared war on Japan

• Supported the Nationalist government and imposed trade sanctions

• Sent military troops to Japan

• Signed a peace treaty with Japan

What was Emperor Hirohito's reaction to the U.S. financial actions against Japan?

• He sought a peace treaty

• He approved the plan for the attack on Pearl Harbor

• He resigned from his position

• He ignored the actions

What was the purpose of Ambassador Nomura's proposals?

• To form an alliance with Germany

• To negotiate a final diplomatic solution

• To request more sanctions

• To declare war on the U.S.

What did American officials know by November 26th?

• Japan was planning to surrender

• Japan was seeking an alliance with the U.S.

• Japan was withdrawing its forces

• Japan was moving invasion forces toward Thailand

What was the U.S. demand in the final proposal to Japan?

• Immediate withdrawal of Japanese forces

• Increase in trade sanctions

• Formation of a military alliance

• Surrender of Japanese troops