He began by presenting the members of the Senate and House and saying that the United States was at peace with Japan until Japan deliberately attacked the United States naval and air forces. An hour after Japan bombed America the ambassador delivered a reply to a message that was diplomatic and there was not hint of war. The distance of Hawaii made Japan's attack deliberate that was planned for days and possibly a week. The attack caused severe damage to American forces. They also attacked Hong Kong, Guam, the Philippines, Wake and Midway Island. Therefore Japan is looking for war. He stated that the commander and chief he has directed measures to be taken in order to defend the nation. It may take a while to get over this predicament and the hostilities exist. Finally, confident in our ability he asked to declare war on Japan following the deadly attack on Pearl Harbor.
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