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 * What did the U.S. have to gain from the pearl harbor attack?

Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor violated American sovereignty, respect and attitude. It was a low point in American history, but this attack allowed the U.S. to fight for their respect. Pearl Harbor was the U.S. entry into World War II, and it also divided the nation. So, it was time to take action. The attack on Pearl Harbor gave Americans a new outlook on the country, they became more supportive and felt it was necessary to enter the war, so they did. And because more citizens were supportive of the war and the country, men drafted into the war voluntarily and were pleased to serve their country. The central Bureaucracy was more than tripled. The government worked closely with big businesses, which received the majority of military contracts. They also found a way to provide new jobs, wages, conditions and hours of work for citizens. Even though America was taken by surprise, there was also a series of positive gains from the attack.

Do you believe that the U.S. gained more than what they lost from the Pearl Harbor attack?**

Its hard to say, because America was really caught off gaurd during this attack and we lost a fair amount of resources, people and land. But at the same time America did gain popularity and support from their citizens, which is important in running a successful country. I think this particular attack made us stronger as a whole and also more aware of future harmings to come. So its a win-loose scenario.