Attack on Pearl Harbor - World War II - One Minute History

Attack on Pearl Harbor - World War II - One Minute History

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History, Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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Japanese spy Takeo Yoshikawa hears a code phrase signaling an attack on America. Mitsuo Fuchida launches 183 planes in the first wave north of Oahu. US soldiers mistake the fighters for American bombers. At 7:48 AM, the Japanese attack, catching the Americans by surprise. Navy ships at Battleship Row are devastated, and aircraft at Wheeler Field are grounded. American anti-aircraft forces punish the second wave, leading Admiral Nagumo to call off the third wave, sparing crucial shore facilities. The attack on Pearl Harbor ends 90 minutes later.

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What code phrase does Takeo Yoshikawa hear signaling an attack?

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What mistake did US Army soldiers make regarding the Japanese fighters?

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At what time did the Japanese begin their attack on Pearl Harbor?

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What was the outcome of the American anti-aircraft response during the attack?

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How long did the attack on Pearl Harbor last?

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