Chapter
The Planning of the Pearl Harbor Attack
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The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor came as a complete surprise to the United States. The complexity of the distance and logistics of the Pacific theater meant that the overriding military challenge throughout the entire conflict would be success in the transportation of materials, an issue that would ultimately seep into the success of any battle.
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In preparation for World War II, Japanese Admiral Yamamoto tasks himself with finding a way to successfully attack the United States despite his belief that the war would not be winnable.
2:54:45 - 3:00:28 (05:43)
Pearl Harbor attack
Summary
In preparation for World War II, Japanese Admiral Yamamoto tasks himself with finding a way to successfully attack the United States despite his belief that the war would not be winnable. He came up with the surprising plan of attacking Pearl Harbor, which was a risky, but eventually successful military action.