Pearl Harbor Day

[Mikey]

This is one of those days that seemed to be more popular back in the day than it is today.

Maybe because WW2 is slowly going from history to ancient history in many peoples eyes.

[kingdom warrior]

Sad to see such a horrible day and a Pivotal moment in our history put on the back burner. so many GI's put their life on the line for our freedoms today. they should continued to be honored for fighting in that war and kicking the **** out of Hitler and the Nazi's....not be an after thought.............

[emeraldknight47]

Even though I wasn't even born when Pearl Harbor was bombed, two of my Uncles were there at the time and lucky enough to survive. They've since passed on, but they told us many stories about that day and I, for one, will always remember and honor the soldiers who perished that day and the ones who went on to fight for the freedoms we have (and sometimes abuse) today.

[Adam West]

This is one of those days that seemed to be more popular back in the day than it is today.

Maybe because WW2 is slowly going from history to ancient history in many peoples eyes.

I'm guessing it has more to do with the horrific images of 9/11. Two events where we were attacked on our own soil. Everyone on this board was alive and witnessed 9/11 firsthand while no one was alive on this board during Pearl Harbor (at least I don't think so).

It doesn't make it any more or less significant. Just more real to someone when you actually were alive to witness the event.

[jimsmegos]

I recently covered a World War II Veterans tribute dinner and I gotta tell ya, seeing those local fellows and women who were a part of this moment in history was very emotional. On the one hand you can't help but be awe inspired by their (and the nation as a whole) efforts and unity in the fight and then on the other hand feeling angry towards our modern genration that seems to have completely forgotten the sacrifcie that this entire GENERATION of people (all over the world mind you) sacrificed.

After the presentations I wanted so bad to ask those Veterans in attendance how they felt about the way the world has turned since then but thought better. Even though many are viewed as 'crusty old timers' these days there is still a noticible yet visible air of pride and class in thier overall personality and character that only goes to prove how great a generation they are that such a question would be out of line and in some ways disrespectful.

God bless 'em and thank you to them all, each and everyone all around the world.

[livnxxxl]

Definitely a very tragic time in in U.S. history to say the least.

I seen on the news today that the Pearl Harbor Survivor Charter was disbanding as there are no longer enough members to help support it. That is even more sad.

[Adam West]

Definitely a very tragic time in in U.S. history to say the least.

I seen on the news today that the Pearl Harbor Survivor Charter was disbanding as there are no longer enough members to help support it. That is even more sad.

I heard that as well. I think it is mostly due to many veterans who belonged no longer with us. Days like this always remind me of my dad. He probably would have been drafted into WWII but received a deferrment because he worked as a farmer. When the Korean War broke out; he was drafted even though he was 24, married and basically running his father's farm. He witnessed things he never discussed...not even with my mom. Even though he has been deceased for 18 years now; he has always been my superhero.

[livnxxxl]

I heard that as well. I think it is mostly due to many veterans who belonged no longer with us. Days like this always remind me of my dad. He probably would have been drafted into WWII but received a deferrment because he worked as a farmer. When the Korean War broke out; he was drafted even though he was 24, married and basically running his father's farm. He witnessed things he never discussed...not even with my mom. Even though he has been deceased for 18 years now; he has always been my superhero.

May he R.I.P. knowing that his service was very much appreciated.

[HardyGirl]

I'm guessing it has more to do with the horrific images of 9/11. Two events where we were attacked on our own soil. Everyone on this board was alive and witnessed 9/11 firsthand while no one was alive on this board during Pearl Harbor (at least I don't think so).

It doesn't make it any more or less significant. Just more real to someone when you actually were alive to witness the event.

9/11 is like the Pearl Harbor for modern times. Both events are equally tragic, equally sad. I remember being in first grade, we had Pearl Harbor Day off from school, and our teacher had us write out what Pearl Harbor Day was as our writing lesson.

[hobub]

It is important that we Americans NEVER forget things such as this. Our grandparents attitude was "if someone takes a pop at you, all you can do is give them all you've got until you stop them from trying again". Well, I think that is what we as free un-concurrable Americans pretty much live by. And the world is a better place for it and all that took place then. Never forget that it could happen again and that it is our responsibility to do what is right for our country and our families and our freedom. Thank God for written history so this sort of stuff doesn't fade away completely. Just as Mego's are huge in our community here. WWII and Civil War is huge in other areas of collecting. This stuff just doesn't get too much meda attention right now. But it is very much remembered.

[toyman]

I just came home from my uncles funeral,he was a WW2 army veteran.He had several medals including the bronze star and was drafted at age 18.I was talking about my uncle with my dad and I was suprised to just now find out he served under General Patton and had met General McArthur a couple of times.He lived in another state most of my life so I guess that's why no one ever talked about it.I find it pretty cool when I hear about things like this and want to sit down and learn more.Thank You All Veterans.