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Aerial view of Battleship Row, Pearl Harbor, 7th December, 1941 (b / w photo)
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Aerial view of Battleship Row, Pearl Harbor, 7th December, 1941 (b / w photo)
PNP272513 Aerial view of Battleship Row, Pearl Harbor, 7th December, 1941 (b/w photo) by Japanese Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: smoke rises from the burning USS Tennessee; On the morning of Sunday, 7th December, 1941, Japanese forces attacked the American naval base at Pearl Harbor, southern coast of Oahu island, Hawaii, U.S.; this action precipitated U.S. entry into World War II (1939-1945); ); Peter Newark Military Pictures; Japanese, out of copyright
Media ID 23380390
© Peter Newark Military Pictures / Bridgeman Images
Bombed Second World War Us A Warships Wreckage
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This print captures the devastating aftermath of the infamous attack on Pearl Harbor. Taken by an anonymous Japanese photographer in 1941, it offers a haunting aerial view of Battleship Row on that fateful day. The image showcases the chaos and destruction caused by the surprise assault as smoke billows from the burning USS Tennessee. This brazen act marked a turning point in history, propelling the United States into World War II. The composition reveals a scene filled with wreckage, ships, and boats scattered across the navy base's waters. It vividly portrays the intensity of aerial bombing and highlights America's vulnerability during this Pacific raid. Amidst this turmoil, one can spot a tugboat valiantly attempting to navigate through the chaos while transporting crucial supplies or aiding survivors. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of both human resilience and tragedy in times of war. Preserved within a private collection, this remarkable piece is now part of Peter Newark Military Pictures' archives. As we reflect upon its historical significance, let us remember those who lost their lives on that ill-fated morning at Pearl Harbor - forever etched into our collective memory through powerful images like this one.
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