Swift Action Is Taken By Joint Bodies
Congress voted a formal declaration of war against Japan after President Roosevelt requested immediate action in response to Japan's attack on Hawaii. Senate approved 82 to 0 as House began roll call minutes after his plea. The attack cost two U.S. ships and 3,000 casualties. President said the date would live in infamy.
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Philippines Bombed Twice In Daylight Raids
Japanese bombers hit Davao and Baguio in daylight raids while Manila remained under blackout. Reports spoke of a second assault on Davao and possible attack on an aircraft carrier Langley. American high commissioner Sayre said the situation was well in hand.
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Nazis Blame U S For War
Berlin dispatch quotes a Wil helmstrasse spokesman blaming President Roosevelt for war as he denounces U S policy in the Far East. He asserts Roosevelt caused the clash, condemns American leadership, and warns of global bloodshed and nuclear tensions amid the Pacific crisis.
Denial and probes hit Donovan propaganda bureau
A Washington New York clash over the Wild Bill Donovan Propaganda Bureau turns into a domestic and foreign enemy charge mood. Reports claim Reds were employed then purged without publicity. A linguist fired and a New York radio monitor under Civil Service inquiry emerge amid broader anti bureau speculation.
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Thailand Allows Troops Of Japan To Pass
Thailand ceases firing after brief resistance and opens talks with Japanese invaders. Tokyo releases claim of British incursions into Malaya and says Japan seeks to safeguard Thailand's independence and peace as troops move through Thai territory.
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Great Britain Declares War On Japan
London reports Great Britain has declared war on Japan joining the United States. Prime Minister Churchill announced in Parliament that a state of war exists, noting Japan's unprovoked aggression and British measures in Malaya and against Japanese nationals. Thailand has also been warned of retaliation if attacked.
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Japan Attack More Serious Than Supposed
The White House disclosed that American forces suffered no warships lost and about 3,000 dead and wounded in the Japanese attack on Hawaii. It said a battleship capsized, a destroyer was destroyed, other vessels damaged, and many planes destroyed or put out of commission as reinforcements rush to the islands.
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Congress Unified On Policy Of War Against Japanese
The December 8 wartime coverage shows Congress rallying behind a united stance against Japan. Key figures from both parties urge swift action, with leaders like Wheeler and Fish calling for national unity, while others warn of extended conflict and the stakes of declaring war on Japan and its Axis partners.
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