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The Battleship Arizona
The photograph shows the battleship Arizona which was sunk by a Japanese aircraft in Pearl Harbour, 1941
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1941 1942 21st Air Craft Battle Ship Pearl Sunk
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This evocative photograph captures the aftermath of the devastating attack on the United States Naval Base at Pearl Harbor on the morning of December 7, 1941. The image shows the Battleship Arizona, proudly displayed in the tranquil waters of the harbor just days before the unexpected and fateful encounter with the Japanese Imperial Navy. The Battleship Arizona, a symbol of American naval power, was sunk during the initial stages of the attack, following a direct hit from a Japanese bomb. The photograph, taken on the 21st of February, 1941, provides a stark contrast between the serene harbor scene and the impending danger that was soon to unfold. The Battleship Arizona, a formidable warship that had seen service during World War I, was considered an important asset in the Pacific Fleet. Its sinking marked a significant turning point in the Pacific War and the United States' entry into World War II. The Japanese aircraft that delivered the fatal blow to the Battleship Arizona were part of a larger force that carried out a coordinated attack on the American Pacific Fleet. The surprise attack on Pearl Harbor resulted in the loss of 2,403 American lives and the destruction of 188 aircraft and eight battleships. This historical photograph, taken from the Illinois newspaper, serves as a poignant reminder of the events that transpired on that fateful day in history. It provides a glimpse into the past, offering a visual representation of the peaceful harbor that was forever changed by the events of December 7, 1941.
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