Recent Death of a Pearl Harbor Survivor
A Pearl Harbor survivor has died, reducing the small number of living veterans who witnessed the December 7, 1941, attack. The death draws attention to the aging veteran population and ongoing efforts to document their experiences.
Background on the Pearl Harbor Attack
The attack killed 2,403 service members and civilians and wounded many more. The surprise assault by Japanese forces targeted the U.S. Pacific Fleet at anchor in Hawaii, leading the United States to enter World War II.
Preserving the Stories of Survivors
Organizations and archives work to record survivor testimony before it is lost. Museums, veterans groups, and research institutions continue to collect oral histories and documents so future generations can study the event and its impact.
For more information on Pearl Harbor history and veteran records, visit the National WWII Museum at National WWII Museum Pearl Harbor.
