Attack on Pearl Harbor
A culmination of diplomatic tensions came to a head during the early morning hours of December 7, 1941. Six Japanese aircraft carriers launched more than 300 fighter planes and bombers for a surprise attack on the U.S. Pacific fleet at Pearl Harbor. Two hours and 20 minutes after the attack began close to 2,500 Americans were dead.
Night of Broken Glass
Kristallnacht. The literal meaning is "Night of Crystal," or "Night of Broken Glass.” The term ... more
First U.S. Postal Service Mail Truck
U.S. mail delivery began by foot and progressed to horse and buggy and train. At the top of the ... more
