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Why did Americans support going to war after the Pearl Harbor attack during WW II

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Because Japan said they were going to be at peace but lied and attacked them
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The United States got involved due to Japan was allied with the Axis powers: Germany and Italy. By bombing Pearl Harbor, Japan knew it would take 6 months for the United States to retaliate. Along with Japan wanted the Phillipines and areas the United States navy controlled under territories.  
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