Flags ordered at half-staff in remembrance of those whose lives were cut short in Pearl Harbor attack

Today marks 83 years since tryanny left deep scars on the land and in the waters of paradise during a painful — and unprovoked — attack that killed more than 2,400 members of the U.S. military and civilians.

Dec. 7, 1941, truly was a day of infamy and a day the United States shall never forget.

Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green, at the direction of U.S. President Joe Biden, ordered the U.S. flag and Hawai‘i state flag to be flown at half-staff from sunrise until sunset today over the state Capitol in Honolulu and all state offices and agencies, as well as the Hawai‘i National Guard, throughout the islands in observance and honor of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.

It marks the anniversary of the attack by Japanese imperial forces on U.S. military installations at Pearl Harbor and other locations on O‘ahu, which would ultimately lead the United States to enter World War II, to remember those who lost their lives in the attack and others who were wounded.

It’s a time to reflect on their bravery and remember their sacrifices.

“May we all recommit to fulfilling the future they fought for — one grounded in freedom, democracy, equality and opportunity for all,” said Biden in a presidential proclamation marking the observance.

Green and Hawai‘i first lady Jaime Kanani Green will join ceremonies on O‘ahu today at the Pearl Harbor National Memorial to honor the lives lost in the Dec. 7, 1941, attack.

You can also watch a livestream of the 83rd anniversary National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Ceremony.

“The day serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and sacrifices made by the thousands of men and women whose bravery in the face of unimaginable adversity shaped the course of history.” said the governor. “Their memory continues to inspire our dedication to peace and resilience as a state and as a nation.”