![]() ![]() On the tactical level, the… attack was wrongly concentrated on ships rather than permanent installations and oil tanks. ‘The surprise attack on Pearl Harbour… was a strategic imbecility…. ![]() The Naval Task Force was led by Vice Admiral Nagumo Chuichi, who had left Etorofu Island in the Kuriles on 26th November with 31 ships and 6 aircraft carriers – 5 days before the Emperor had even ratified the decision for war. Planned by Admiral Yamamoto Isoroku, who believed that war with the US was foolhardy – but if it was to be, a surprise crippling blow was needed – the navy could only hold out for 1 ½ years. L/O – To examine perspectives on the reasons for Pearl HarbourĪt on Sunday 7th December 1941, Japan launched a surprise attack on the US Naval Base at Pearl Harbour, Hawaii – home to the US Pacific Fleet. Presentation on theme: "Why did Japan decide to attack Pearl Harbour?"- Presentation transcript:ġ Why did Japan decide to attack Pearl Harbour? ![]()
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