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Describe the damage done by the attack on Pearl Harbor and how did the U.S. respond? Give specific details.

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Answer: The attack killed 2,403 U.S. personnel, including 68 civilians, and destroyed or damaged 19 U.S. Navy ships, including 8 battleships.

Explanation: It took place on December 7, 1941. It was a surprise attack on the U.S. naval base at pearl harbor on Oahu Island by the JAPANESE because of this attack, the nation faced a labor shortage that was filled by the workers who had previously been denied many employment opportunities. A total of 2,403 people were killed.

The UNITED STATES entered into a WORLD WAR II on December 8, 1941, the day after only the JAPANESE had attacked the U.S. It declared war on Japan,Germany and Italy too.

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Step-by-step explanation:

Impact of the Pearl Harbor Attack

In all, the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor crippled or destroyed nearly 20 American ships and more than 300 airplanes. Dry docks and airfields were likewise destroyed. Most importantly, more than 2,000 people died. But the Japanese had failed to cripple the Pacific Fleet.

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