In response to the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, everyday Americans were filled with shock, fear, and anger. Many rushed to enlist in the military, eager to defend their country and seek revenge on the perpetrators. The U.S. government declared war on Japan the following day, marking the beginning of the country's involvement in World War II. This event sparked a sense of unity and patriotism among Americans as they came together to support the war effort, with industries shifting production to war materials and communities organizing drives to collect supplies for the troops.
