Pearl Harbor Address to the Nation: Indignation Quotes

How we cite our quotes: (Sentence)

Quote #4

But always will our whole nation remember the character of the onslaught against us. No matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the American people in their righteous might will win through to absolute victory. (20-21)

Ever heard the expression "don't poke the bear?" In this situation, America was a great big grizzly, and Japan? Japan poked it. And FDR was not amused.

Quote #5

I believe that I interpret the will of the Congress and of the people when I assert that we will not only defend ourselves to the uttermost, but will make it very certain that this form of treachery shall never again endanger us. (22)

Revenge is a dish best served cold…but it's also pretty effective when it's served up nice and hot in atomic bomb format. That definitely covers the whole "defending ourselves to the uttermost" thing, we think.