Honoring the Last Pearl Harbor Heroes on Remembrance Day

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Honoring the Last Pearl Harbor Heroes on Remembrance Day
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On the 83rd anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attack, only 16 survivors remain to share their stories of bravery and loss. Among them is Earl "Chuck" Kohler, who defied orders to fight back during the attack. Thousands will gather to honor the sacrifices of the Greatest Generation, with events planned in Hawaii and California. The attack, which killed 2,403 Americans, marked the U.S. entry into World War II. Survivors like Kohler and Ira "Ike" Schab Jr. continue to commemorate the event, ensuring the memories of those lost are not forgotten.

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