What year did the Japanese attack Pearl Harbor, leading the U.S. into World War II? 🔊
The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor occurred on December 7, 1941. This surprise military strike by the Imperial Japanese Navy aimed to disable the United States Pacific Fleet based in Hawaii and prevent interference in Japan's expansion across Southeast Asia. The attack resulted in significant American losses, including the destruction of numerous ships and aircraft, and led to the United States formally entering World War II the following day, declaring war on Japan and shortly thereafter on Germany and Italy as well.
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