经典英文演讲之 Pearl Harbor Address to the Nation

　　The attack yesterday on the Hawaiian islands has caused severe damage to American naval and military forces. I regret to tell you that very many American lives have been lost. In addition, American ships have been reported torpedoed on the high seas between San Francisco and Honolulu.

　　Yesterday, the Japanese government also launched an attack against Malaya.

　　Last night, Japanese forces attacked Hong Kong.

　　Last night, Japanese forces attacked Guam.

　　Last night, Japanese forces attacked the Philippine Islands.

　　Last night, the Japanese attacked Wake Island.

　　And this morning, the Japanese attacked Midway Island.

　　Japan has, therefore, undertaken a surprise offensive extending throughout the Pacific area. The facts of yesterday and today speak for themselves. The people of the United States have already formed their opinions and well understand the implications to the very life and safety of our nation.

　　As commander in chief of the Army and Navy, I have directed that all measures be taken for our defense. But always will our whole nation remember the character of the onslaught against us.

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