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PEARL HARBOR

By

Chris Woods

English IV
2nd Period
Mrs. Mantooth
May 1st, 2001

Pearl Harbor

I. Events before the bombing
A. Reasons for Japans Expansion
1. The Japanese were severely lacking in raw materials
2. The Japanese wanted to build an empire
3. Japan thought that it must build up its armies to compete with the Western Powers

II. Preparations
A. The Japanese made up a 8 point plan
1. Surprise was crucial
2. American aircraft carriers there should be the primary targets
3. U.S. aircraft there must be destroyed to prevent aerial opposition
4. All Japanese aircraft carriers available should be used
5. All types of bombing should be used in the attack
6. A strong fighter element should be included in the attack for air cover for the fleet
7. Refueling at sea would be necessary
8. A daylight attack promised best results, especially in the sunrise hours
B. The necessary troops were trained and ships were readied
C. Peace......

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