US Navy
- The Japanese surprise attack on Pearl Harbor began at 7:48 a.m. on December 7, 1941.
- The attack killed some 2,400 Americans and wounded many others, while sinking four battleships.
- Here are photographs from the immediate aftermath of the attack that drew America into World War II.
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December 7, 1941, began as a perfect Sunday morning for the troops serving the US fleet at Pearl Harbor.
Under a early morning South Pacific sun, softball teams were lining up on the beach. Pitchers warmed up their arms, while batting rosters were finalized and the wives and kids came over from seaside church services.