Pearl Harbor, The World on Fire
β 7 Β· 2021 Β· 55m Β· Documentary
Hawaii, Pacific Ocean. A postcard decor. Clean. Azure. Yet in this heavenly place, one of the most memorable battles of WWII took place 80 years ago.
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