"The 7 December 1941 Japanese raid on Pearl Harbor was one of the great defining moments in history. A single carefully-planned and well-executed stroke removed the United States Navy's battleship force as a possible threat to the Japanese Empire's southward expansion. America, unprepared and now considerably weakened, was abruptly brought into the Second World War as a full combatant."
(From the Naval History & Heritage Command.)
Lives were forever changed. We must never forget the numerous sacrifices our military has made. Thank you to those who served in the past and those who stand watch over our freedom today. A special wish of appreciation to their families and loved ones who kept and continue to keep waiting and praying at home.
