December 7, 1941

"Rest easy, sleep well my brothers.
Know the line has held, your job is done.
Rest easy, sleep well . . . "

As you know, today is the 65th anniversary of the Attack on Pearl Harbor. Over 2,400 Americans were killed in the attack on "Battleship Row" which led to the US entering World War II. The intent of the attack was to destroy 3 aircraft carriers, none of which were in the harbor that day and were spared, leading to the US victory in the Pacific. In spite of the attack being a surprise, many servicemen fought bravely to defend their country. Almost half of the casualties were from the explosion and sinking of the USS Arizona, which today serves as an undersea grave and memorial. A total of 18 ships were sunk that day including 5 battleships. Of the other 4 battleships, all but the USS Oklahoma were repaired and returned to service. Let's remember this day "that will live in infamy" (President F.D.Roosevelt) and honor those who fought bravely and lost their lives to defend our country.