Pearl Harbor now is such a pretty place. It is very hard to imagine that anything evil could happen at this place. But it did, 74 years ago on December 7, 1941.
Photograph, from a Japanese aircraft, of the harbor under attack.
When Japanese planes attacked the Pacific Fleet in a surprise attack.
When the Navy launch approaches the USS Arizona Memorial everybody gets very quiet. It is more than a memorial. It is also a grave site.
USS Arizona in the middle of the photo.
The Memorial is the final resting place for 1,102 Sailors and Marines who were killed when the USS Arizona sank during the attack.
It is one of the most moving experiences I have ever had visiting the memorial. It had been on my bucket list a long time.
I would love to visit this site. I know how you feel. I had a similar encounter at the Vietnam memorial. My drill Sargent is on that wall. While the wall is not the final resting place of those who gave themselves for the cause of freedom, it is a reminder that freedom is not free and there will always be a need to defend the values that we hold so dear. Thanks for posting this Yogi.
My f-i-l who was in WWII visited this site and was overcome by emotion.
I do remember the day so very well even though I was only nine years old. Wonderful captures for the day!!
Wonderful history post and photos ~ very timely!
Wishing you the magic and love the season, xox
artmusedog and carol
I have visited the Pearl Harbor site and when you see the oil rise to the surface and think about all those hat lost their lives, it is a moving experience!
Great photos!
It certainly is hard to believe. You picked a gorgeous day to take the contrasting images.
What lovely shots and a great tribute.
A fitting remembrance of the day
Have a great week!
Lea
Wonderful post and perfect timing for Pearl Harbor Day. Great photos!
Happy Tuesday, enjoy your day!