PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii - A dozen frail survivors of the attack on Pearl Harbor returned Saturday to honour those who perished when Japanese planes pierced a quiet sunny morning 78 years ago and rained bombs on battleships lined up below. Herb Elfring, 97, of Jackson, Michigan, said being back at Pearl Harbor reminds him of all those who have lost their lives. As a Pearl Harbor survivor, I’m one of the last chosen few I guess.” He’s the only member of his old regiment still living. YOU MIGHT BE INTERESTED IN...A Pearl Harbor National Memorial spokesman said security was beefed up as usual for the annual event. The three Arizona survivors still living plan to be laid to rest with their families.

Source: thestar December 07, 2019 15:44 UTC