Pearl December 7 1941

Explore the intricacies of the Pearl Harbor attack with 'Pearl: December 7, 1941' by Daniel Allen Butler. This meticulously researched hardback book delves deep into what transpired during one of history's most pivotal events. Spanning 396 pages, the text not only recounts the dramatic military and political encounters but also investigates the profound human stories that unfolded amidst chaos. The publication sheds light on the lackluster preparations made by America's leaders and the miscalculations that led to the Japanese surprise attack, killing over 2,400 individuals and leaving a lasting impact on global politics. With its dimensions of 152 x 229 mm, this compelling narrative illuminates the misconceptions and errors on both sides, all while offering a balanced view of heroism and tragedy. Perfect for history enthusiasts and those looking to understand the events that shaped the United States and Japan's tumultuous relationship, this book provides vital context to a date that is etched in infamy. Whether you are a student of history, a veteran reader, or someone seeking to grasp the complexities of wartime decision-making, 'Pearl: December 7, 1941' is essential reading. Get your copy today and embark on a journey through time to uncover the true events that changed the course of history forever.

Author: Daniel Allen Butler Publisher: Casemate
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 152 x 229 mm
Pages: 396
Publication Date: 15-12-2020

What happened at Pearl Harbor? What really happened? The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor is one of those rare moments where, in the space of a few hours, the "hinge of Fate" turned and the course of history was utterly changed. Nearly eight decades later, it has become one of those events which almost everyone knows of, but hardly anyone seems to know about. How-and why-did the Empire of Japan and the United States of America collide on blood and flames that Sunday morning when the sun rose and the bombs fell? Pearl: The 7th Day of December 1941 is the story of how America and Japan, two nations with seemingly little over which to quarrel, let peace slip away, so that on that "day which will live in infamy," more than 350 dive bombers, high-level bombers, torpedo planes, and fighters of the Imperial Japanese Navy did their best to cripple the United States Navy's Pacific Fleet, killing 2,403 American servicemen and civilians, and wounding another 1,178. It's a story of emperors and presidents, diplomats and politicians, admirals and generals-and it's also the tale of ordinary sailors, soldiers, and airmen, all of whom were overtaken by a rush of events that ultimately overwhelmed them. Pearl shows the real reasons why the America's political and military leaders underestimated Japan's threat America's security, and why their Japanese counterparts ultimately felt compelled to launch the Pearl Harbor attack. Pearl offers more than superficial answers, showing how both sides blundered their way through arrogance, over-confidence, racism, bigotry, and old-fashioned human error to arrive at the moment when the Japanese were convinced that there was no alternative to war. Once battle is joined, Pearl then takes the reader into the heart of the attack, where the fighting men of both nations showed that neither side had a monopoly on heroism, courage, cowardice, or luck, as they fought to protect their nations.