American History Hit Pearl Harbor
Dec 8, 2022
On December 7, 1941, Japan's surprise attack on Pearl Harbor led the US to declare war, entering World War 2. The podcast explores the negotiations between the US and Japan, Japan's reasons for the attack, and the reaction of the Japanese people. It also delves into the context of Japan's war in China, their resources and expansionist claims, and the psychology behind the attack. The episode concludes with a special offer for listeners.
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Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Reflections on Pearl Harbor and the Evolving Attitudes
03:01 • 2min
Japan's War in China and the Context of the Late 1930s
04:49 • 2min
Japan's Resources and Expansionist Claims
06:37 • 17min
The Psychology Behind the Pearl Harbor Attack and Its Impacts
23:12 • 5min
Japanese Strategy and the Attack on Pearl Harbor
28:13 • 9min
Podcast episode wrap-up and special offer announcement
37:17 • 2min