Airfix Battle of Pearl Harbor Puzzle 1000 Pieces

"Air raid Pearl Harbor. This is not a drill." On the morning of December 7, 1941 just before 8:00 am, IJN launched their attack on Pearl Harbor. Although transmitted, a formal declaration of war wasn't received yet. Taking the US Navy by surprise, the Imperial Japanese Navy began bombing the US Military base strategically in three planned waves of attack with their carrier based fighters. The first wave consisted of 183 airplanes with the objective of destroying carriers and cruisers in an effort to immobilize retalliation as they continued a coordinated effort to take control over the Pacific's resources. The second wave launched 171 airplanes, including 36 Mitsubishi Zero A6M2s, 78 Aichi Val dive bombers and 54 Nakajima Kate bombers. The third wave was never initiated. The attack was over 90 minutes after it started killing 2,403 military and civilians and wounding 1,143; all of their deaths and injuries were considered as non-combatants. During the attack, the US military took action in defending their base as this Curtiss P-40B tried to combat the wave from the UJN. The following day, the United States formally declared war on the Empire of Japan and entered the war againt Germany and Italy on December 11th. The unexpected attack became the largest enlistment event for the US Navy. Airfix produce a wide range of kits aimed at all types of scale modelers with subjects such as; military aircraft, ships, space, cars, dioramas and military vehicles. These images come from some of the most popular kits that have been produced by Airfix. Puzzles are a great way to introduce you into the world of hobbies or help you unwind and focus the mind; overall improving mental health. Also a great family bonding activity that everyone can enjoy without using a screen, and maybe learn a little history in the process. Happy Puzzling!