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Pearl Harbor An Illustrated History
Pearl Harbor An Illustrated History
Author: Dan Van Der Vat
Condition: New
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Pearl Harbor: An Illustrated History recreates the shock and chaos of December 7, 1941, situating the attack within the wider U.S.–Japanese naval conflict and the moment that propelled America into World War II. Dan Van der Vat combines a clear, contextual narrative of causes and consequences with a rich visual reconstruction—black‑and‑white and vivid color photographs taken by official photographers, service personnel, civilians and even Japanese sources—to convey the unfolding attack and its human impact, while moving first‑person reminiscences from both Japanese and American participants deepen the immediacy and emotional resonance.
As an illustrated, nonfiction campaign history, the book makes lavish use of archival imagery, including many previously unpublished photos, alongside paintings by Tom Freeman and supporting illustrations; its pictorial approach underscores eyewitness testimony and naval detail. Authored by noted naval historian Dan Van der Vat and published by Basic Books (with Madison Press Book), this edition (ISBN 9780465089826) is designed for readers who value visual documentation and firsthand perspectives on one of the Pacific War’s defining moments.
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Keywords, content and topics in this Book
Keywords, content and topics in this Book
Title / Author / Publisher
Pearl Harbor: An Illustrated History – Dan Van der Vat – Basic Books (with Madison Press Book)
Theater of War
Pacific theater
Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
U.S.–Japanese naval war context
Operations / Campaigns / Events
Attack on Pearl Harbor, 7 December 1941
“Day of Infamy” (Franklin D. Roosevelt speech context)
America’s entry into World War II
Main Nations / Sides Involved
United States
Japan
Axis vs. Allies (U.S.–Japanese conflict focus)
Type of Book
Illustrated history
Nonfiction
Campaign / battle history (single event)
Pictorial history
Focus of the Book
Naval warfare (U.S. Pacific Fleet at Pearl Harbor)
Air attack on naval base
Military disaster and its aftermath
Soldier and civilian experiences and testimonies
Japanese and American perspectives on the attack
Emotional impact: bitterness, sorrow, resolve
Visual Content
Extensive photographs (including combat and damage scenes)
Paintings by Tom Freeman
Illustrations depicting the attack on Pearl Harbor
Notable Historical Figures / Contributors
Franklin D. Roosevelt – “Day of Infamy” speech referenced (context of the event)
Ships, Forces, and Military Elements
U.S. Pacific Fleet at Pearl Harbor)
Japanese carrier-based bombers and torpedo planes (Japanese bomber pilots, attack squadrons)
Naval air power
Perspective / Themes
Eyewitness accounts – soldier testimonies
Eyewitness accounts – civilian testimonies
Emotional reactions of participants (fear, sadness, loneliness, shock)
Memorialization and commemoration of Pearl Harbor
Classification Tags (for cataloging/search)
World War II – Pacific theater
Pearl Harbor (Hawaii) – History – 20th century
Pearl Harbor (Hawaii), Attack on, 1941
United States – History – World War II
Japan – Military history – World War II
Naval operations – Air attacks on naval bases
War photography – World War II
Illustrated military history
Eyewitness accounts – World War II
Soldiers – Personal narratives – World War II
Civilians – Personal narratives – World War II
Military disasters – Case studies
Commemorative works – Pearl Harbor
Book Condition: New
Book Condition: New
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New: Fresh Out of Bootcamp
Flawless and untested. This book is in pristine, new condition and ready for its first assignment.
Like New: Light Combat Experience
Almost new and in great shape. It has clearly been read before and is ready to fight again, but it shows very little wear from its time in the field.
Good: A Few Scars or Shell Shock
A reliable veteran. The book might have some bent corners or a dust cover with a few scratches, but it’s still sturdy and standing tall.
Fair: Battle-Hardened
Visible signs of a long campaign. Expect some stains, bent pages, and perhaps some minor tears on the cover. It’s seen the trenches, but the intel inside is still solid.
Poor: Survived Iwo Jima
This one has been through the meat grinder. It carries noticeable damage, heavy staining, or significant wear—but like any old soldier, it would love to be read one last time before it retires.
