US Gen. George Marshall offers testimony to Joint Pearl Harbor Investigating Committee in Washington, DC

The transcript details a personal account of receiving the notification of the Pearl Harbor attack. The speaker recalls uncertainty about their location at the time but quickly moved to the War Department. Communication was established with Colonel Phillips, who described the situation amidst explosions. There were rumors of a Japanese landing. The speaker discusses the procedures for dispatching messages and communication challenges, including a conversation with Admiral Stark about rapid communication methods.

What was the main source of confusion for the narrator regarding his location during the Pearl Harbor attack?

• He was unsure if he was at the War Department or at home.

• He didn't know if he was in Washington or New York.

• He couldn't remember if he was in a meeting or not.

• He was confused about the time of the attack.

How long did it take the narrator to drive to the War Department on the day of the attack?

• 15 minutes

• 10 minutes

• 7 minutes

• 30 minutes

Who did the narrator speak with to understand the situation during the Pearl Harbor attack?

• General Short

• Admiral Stark

• Colonel Phillips

• Secretary of Defense

What was the narrator's recollection about the dispatch of messages during the attack?

• He was not informed about the message dispatch process.

• He received all messages via teletype.

• He was aware of all the details.

• He personally sent the messages.

What did Admiral Stark ask the narrator during their second conversation?

• If he could send reinforcements.

• If he had spoken to the President.

• If he wanted to use a rapid means of communication.

• If he had any news from the front lines.