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Merry Christmas!
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Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!
If you don't celebrate Christmas, Happy Holidays!
If you don't celebrate any holidays this time of year, I hope that you had a good day!
If you don't celebrate Christmas, Happy Holidays!
If you don't celebrate any holidays this time of year, I hope that you had a good day!
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Pearl Harbor Day
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Mr. Vice President, Mr Speaker, Members of the Senate, , and of the House of Representatives:
Yesterday, December 7th, 1941- a date which will live in infamy- the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.
The United States was at peace with that nation and, at the solicitation of Japan, was still in conversation with its government and its emperor looking toward the maintenance of peace in the Pacific.
Indeed, on hour after Japanese air squadron had commenced bombing in the American island of Oahu, the Japanese ambassador to the United States and his colleague had delivered to our Secretary of State a formal reply to a recent American message. And while this reply stated that it seemed useless to continue the existing diplomatic negotiations, it contained no threat or hint of war or of armed attack.
It will be recorded that the distance of Hawaii from Japan makes it obvious that the attack was deliberately planned many days or even weeks ago. During the intervening time, the Japanese government has deliberately sought to deceive the United States by false statements and expressions of hope for continued peace.
The attack yesterday on the Hawaiian islands has caused severe damage to American naval and military forces. I regret to tell you that very many American lives have been lost. In addition, American ships have been reported torpedoed on the high seas between San Francisco and Honolulu.
Yesterday, the Japanese government also launched an attack against Malaya.
Last night, Japanese forces attacked Hong Kong.
Last night, Japanese forces attacked Guam.
Last night, Japanese forces attacked the Philippine Islands.
Last night, the Japanese attacked Wake Island.
And this morning, the Japanese attacked Midway Island.
Japan has, therefore, undertaken a surprise offensive extending throughout the Pacific area. The facts of yesterday and today speak for themselves, The people of the United States have already formed their opinions and well understand the implications to the very life and safety of their nation.
As Commander in Chief of the Army and Navy, I have directed that all measures be taken for our defense. But always will our whole nation remember the character of the onslaught against us.
No matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the American people in their righteous might will win through to absolute victory.
I believe that I interpret the will of the Congress and of the people when I assert that we will not only defend ourselves to the uttermost, but will make it very certain that this form of treachery shall never again endanger us.
Hostilities exist, There is no blinking at the fact that our people, our territory, and our interests are in grave danger.
With confidence in our armed forces, with the unbounding determination of our people, we well gain the inevitable triumph- so help us God.
I ask that the Congress declare that since the unprovoked and dastardly attack by Japan on Sunday, December 7th, 1941, a state of war has existed between the United States and the Japanese empire.
-FDR's speech to Congress asking for war after the Japanese raid on Pearl Harbor
A moment of silence for those who lost their lives or lost someone, not just at Pearl Harbor, but at any point of World War Two.
Yesterday, December 7th, 1941- a date which will live in infamy- the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.
The United States was at peace with that nation and, at the solicitation of Japan, was still in conversation with its government and its emperor looking toward the maintenance of peace in the Pacific.
Indeed, on hour after Japanese air squadron had commenced bombing in the American island of Oahu, the Japanese ambassador to the United States and his colleague had delivered to our Secretary of State a formal reply to a recent American message. And while this reply stated that it seemed useless to continue the existing diplomatic negotiations, it contained no threat or hint of war or of armed attack.
It will be recorded that the distance of Hawaii from Japan makes it obvious that the attack was deliberately planned many days or even weeks ago. During the intervening time, the Japanese government has deliberately sought to deceive the United States by false statements and expressions of hope for continued peace.
The attack yesterday on the Hawaiian islands has caused severe damage to American naval and military forces. I regret to tell you that very many American lives have been lost. In addition, American ships have been reported torpedoed on the high seas between San Francisco and Honolulu.
Yesterday, the Japanese government also launched an attack against Malaya.
Last night, Japanese forces attacked Hong Kong.
Last night, Japanese forces attacked Guam.
Last night, Japanese forces attacked the Philippine Islands.
Last night, the Japanese attacked Wake Island.
And this morning, the Japanese attacked Midway Island.
Japan has, therefore, undertaken a surprise offensive extending throughout the Pacific area. The facts of yesterday and today speak for themselves, The people of the United States have already formed their opinions and well understand the implications to the very life and safety of their nation.
As Commander in Chief of the Army and Navy, I have directed that all measures be taken for our defense. But always will our whole nation remember the character of the onslaught against us.
No matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the American people in their righteous might will win through to absolute victory.
I believe that I interpret the will of the Congress and of the people when I assert that we will not only defend ourselves to the uttermost, but will make it very certain that this form of treachery shall never again endanger us.
Hostilities exist, There is no blinking at the fact that our people, our territory, and our interests are in grave danger.
With confidence in our armed forces, with the unbounding determination of our people, we well gain the inevitable triumph- so help us God.
I ask that the Congress declare that since the unprovoked and dastardly attack by Japan on Sunday, December 7th, 1941, a state of war has existed between the United States and the Japanese empire.
-FDR's speech to Congress asking for war after the Japanese raid on Pearl Harbor
A moment of silence for those who lost their lives or lost someone, not just at Pearl Harbor, but at any point of World War Two.
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What This?
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What's this? Could TAHU18 be posting pictures again?
Yes, yes he could. A couple of weeks ago I took a weekend vacation to Newport, a coast town up here (or down here, if you live north of me) in Oregon. I visited the Oregon Coast Aquarium, a marine science center, a couple of beachs, and a few places in town, and these are my pictures.
Yes, yes he could. A couple of weeks ago I took a weekend vacation to Newport, a coast town up here (or down here, if you live north of me) in Oregon. I visited the Oregon Coast Aquarium, a marine science center, a couple of beachs, and a few places in town, and these are my pictures.
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Merry Christmas!
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Merry Christmas to everyone on DA! If you don't celebrate Christmas, I hope you're at least having a good day!
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70 Years Ago
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70 years ago thousands upon thousands of young men met in a battle that would change the course of both World War II and the world.
Far too many of them died.
They may be gone now, but what they did will never be forgotten. They did the impossible, and that has made them mighty.
Please, take a moment to remember and commemorate the brave soldiers who fought on D-Day to make Operation Overlord a success.
Far too many of them died.
They may be gone now, but what they did will never be forgotten. They did the impossible, and that has made them mighty.
Please, take a moment to remember and commemorate the brave soldiers who fought on D-Day to make Operation Overlord a success.
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