[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 177 (Thursday, December 8, 2016)]
[House]
[Page H7552]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 REMEMBERING THE ATTACK ON PEARL HARBOR

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, yesterday, we remembered 
2,403 Americans who lost their lives in the attack on Pearl Harbor.
  On the morning of December 7, 1941, Naval Station Pearl Harbor came 
under attack by the Imperial Japanese Navy. In an effort to destroy the 
United States Pacific Fleet, Japan sent hundreds of planes and mobile 
submarines to attack Pearl Harbor's ships, planes, and facilities.
  Although the attack lasted only 2 hours, the aftermath was 
devastating. Eight battleships were damaged, five of which were 
completely sunk, and another nine vessels were lost; 188 aircraft and 
numerous infrastructure assets were also destroyed.
  Thousands of Americans gave their lives on this dreadful day, but 
they were not lost in vain. Their sacrifice prompted the U.S. 
involvement in World War II, leading to the defeat of Nazi Germany and 
the liberation of millions imprisoned in concentration camps.
  On the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, we remember 
those who lost their lives on December 7, 1941. Their service and 
commitment have inspired generations of Americans and will continue to 
do so for years to come.

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