LAD #36: FDR’s Declaration of War

Yesterday, 12/7/1941, "a day taht will live in infamy," was the first line in FDR's speech to congress which requested a declaration of war against Japan. FDR states his anger towards Japan because America had good peace relations with Japan, and because both nations talked about peace in the pacific. Hawaii being so close to Japan made it obvious to FDR that the attack on Pearl Harbor was well planned. The attack sank many US ships and killed thusands of American citizens. FDR was angered greatly at this. FDR finally states that he must stand up for America, and asks for a declaration of war.

This reminds me of the Boston Massacre, as the Americas that were attacked could not defend themselves in both instances.