Malloy Orders Flags to Half Staff for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day (POLL)

Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has ordered flags to half-staff in recognition of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, observed on Wednesday, Dec. 7, which honors the lives lost in the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941.

“This is a day to reflect on one of the darkest moments in our nation’s history, and to honor the courage shown by our Armed Forces during the battle at Pearl Harbor and in World War II. Today is an opportunity to recognize these heroes and their bravery, and to recall the sacrifices they made on behalf of a grateful country,” said Governor Malloy.

Flags will fly at half staff from sunrise to sunset in statewide remembrance.

But has the march of time distanced the average American's interest and understanding of the importance and historical signifigance of the attack? What do you think — let us know in the comments and take part in our poll.

For more information about the Dec. 7, 1941 attack, visit the Pearl Harbor Museum's website.