Pearl Harbor Day of Remembrance to Honor Michigan’s Fallen Heroes
Lansing, MI – The Lansing Veterans Council will host a solemn Pearl Harbor Day of Remembrance to honor the 30 Michiganders who lost their lives during the attack on Pearl Harbor with a ceremonial wreath. A field of 30 American flags will be displayed at the Evergreen Cemetery Columbarium from December 4th to 7th, 2025, symbolizing the brave men who served their country.
The display will serve as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by these Michiganders. Each flag will represent a Michigander who was present during the surprise attack on December 7, 1941.
The public is invited to visit the cemetery and pay their respects to these brave individuals.
Event Details:
● Dates: December 4th - 7th 2025
● Location: Evergreen Cemetery Columbarium, Lansing, MI
Lansing Veterans Council is committed to honoring the memory of our nation’s heroes and ensuring that their sacrifices are never forgotten. We encourage everyone to visit the display and reflect on the significance of Pearl Harbor.
History on Pearl Harbor
The attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, was a surprise military strike by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service against the United States naval base at Pearl Harbor, in the U.S. territory of Hawaii. The attack sank or damaged 18 U.S. ships, including eight battleships, and destroyed 188 U.S. aircraft. More than 2,400 Americans were killed, and another 1,178 were wounded.
The attack on Pearl Harbor brought the United States into World War II. The day after the attack, President Franklin D. Roosevelt addressed a joint session of Congress, asking for a declaration of war against Japan. Germany and Italy, allies of Japan, subsequently declared war on the United States.
The attack on Pearl Harbor was a pivotal moment in American history, and it forever changed the course of World War II. It also led to significant changes in U.S. foreign policy, as the country emerged as a global superpower.
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