Brooklyn, Connecticut — December 7 — The anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, which is commemorated nationwide and among emergency services professionals, was marked by the East Brooklyn Fire Department. The United States entered World War II as a result of the attack on American military personnel and civilians at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii on December 7, 1941, which claimed many lives. Every year, the occasion is commemorated to pay tribute to those who lost their lives and those who responded to the call to duty. The occasion reaffirms the common principles of service, accountability, and dedication to others for first responders and firemen. On December 7, departments around the nation take a moment to honor the sacrifice made and consider the resiliency that followed one of the pivotal occasions in the nation's history.