DECEMBER 7TH, 71 YEARS AGO.

[Whirlaway]

http://www.therightscoop.com/remembe...or-day-attack/

[Fast Gunn]

Japan paid dearly for the huge mistake it made.

The world eventually catches up with the villains.

. . . One way or another!

[Whirlaway]

[markroxny]

Never forget.

[Whirlaway]

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA: A PROCLAMATION

"On December 7, 1941, our Nation suffered one of the most devastating attacks ever to befall the American people. In less than 2 hours, the bombs that rained on Pearl Harbor robbed thousands of men, women, and children of their lives; in little more than a day, our country was thrust into the greatest conflict the world had ever known. We mark this anniversary by honoring the patriots who perished more than seven decades ago, extending our thoughts and prayers to the loved ones they left behind, and showing our gratitude to a generation of service members who carried our Nation through some of the 20th century's darkest moments.

In his address to the Congress, President Franklin D. Roosevelt affirmed that "with confidence in our Armed Forces -- with the unbounding determination of our people -- we will gain the inevitable triumph." Millions stood up and shipped out to meet that call to service, fighting heroically on Europe's distant shores and pressing island by island across the Pacific.

Millions more carried out the fight in factories and shipyards here at home, building the arsenal of democracy that propelled America to the victory President Roosevelt foresaw. On every front, we faced down impossible odds -- and out of the ashes of conflict, America rose more prepared than ever to meet the challenges of the day, sure that there was no trial we could not overcome.

Today, we pay solemn tribute to America's sons and daughters who made the ultimate sacrifice at Oahu. As we do, let us also reaffirm that their legacy will always burn bright -- whether in the memory of those who knew them, the spirit of service that guides our men and women in uniform today, or the heart of the country they kept strong and free.The Congress, by Public Law 103-308, as amended, has designated December 7 of each year as "National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day."

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim December 7, 2012, as National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. I encourage all Americans to observe this solemn day of remembrance and to honor our military, past and present, with appropriate ceremonies and activities. I urge all Federal agencies and interested organizations, groups, and individuals to fly the flag of the United States at half-staff this December 7 in honor of those American patriots who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this sixth day of December, in the year of our Lord two thousand twelve, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-seventh."

BARACK OBAMA

Source: WhiteHouse.gov

[TheDaliLama]

I pretty sure bigtex was there at Pearl Habor when it happened.

I sure would like to hear that story again.

[JD Barleycorn]

Never forget what Markie? Never forget to keep our military strong (sequestration is just around the corner)? Never forget to pay attention to American interests overseas (Iraq, Afghanistan, Benghazi, Iran, etc)? Never forget that our enemies are waiting for us to relax (Russia, China, Taliban)? Never forget that military strength must be more important that political puffery (cover ups, fudging of numbers, hiding problems)? What must we never forget?

[Munchmasterman]

Of course you don't have a clue what truly needs to be remembered.

Never forget those that have given their lives for our country. Regardless of which party was/is in control.

Your attempt at politicizing Pearl Harbor Day reaffirms your resentment of those who have served.

Originally Posted by JD Barleycorn

Never forget what Markie? Never forget to keep our military strong (sequestration is just around the corner)? Never forget to pay attention to American interests overseas (Iraq, Afghanistan, Benghazi, Iran, etc)? Never forget that our enemies are waiting for us to relax (Russia, China, Taliban)? Never forget that military strength must be more important that political puffery (cover ups, fudging of numbers, hiding problems)? What must we never forget?

[Guest032516]

I like that picture of the Arizona War Memorial posted by Markroxny. I don't think I have ever seen it from above. The silhouette of the hull in the water is eerie. Over a thousand died in the attack and their bodies were left in the wreck.

71 years later, oil still leaks out of her.

[joe bloe]

If a comparable attack happened today, Obama would just say our chickens had come home to roost.

[i'va biggen]

Joe you just won dip shit of the day,your award is in the mail...