The attack of the Naval Base at Pearl Harbor was one of the best military surprises in the history of war. Under Admiral Yamomato, the Japanese Navy delivered a stunning blow to the United States. The brilliant, two wave attack, utterly surprised the Americans. Over 2,000 American sailors were killed in this onslaught, as well as 109 marines, and 218 soldiers 1. By looking at what Japan did preceding the attack one can see how the American troops should …showed first 75 words of 2617 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2617 total…phenomenal. They planned their assault with care and discipline. The Japanese took great pride in executing their plan as best as they possibly could. The participants worked and trained for the chance to take part in their country's great assault. This bombardment hindered the American efforts in a quite substantial way. If the American Carriers had been in port that day, like the Japanese had hoped the result could have been even more devastating. Endnotes