The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, resulted in the death of over 2,400 Americans and left another 1,100 wounded. The assault also caused significant damage to the US Pacific Fleet, with several battleships including the USS Arizona and USS Oklahoma being sunk or severely damaged. The attack pushed the United States into entering World War II and marked a turning point in the conflict, ultimately leading to the defeat of the Axis powers. The loss of life and destruction caused by the attack is remembered as a moment of great tragedy in American history.
