71 years ago today, the U.S. found itself going to war. Today, you’ll likely see that infamous video clip of FDR declaring that December 7th would live in infamy. And it has. Perhaps, in part, because that powerful speech was recorded into the history books with a film camera. Prior to the World War II era, important moments in American history were recorded with pen and paper, and then eventually still photographs and radio. It doesn’t make those moments any less important. But watching the film of warplanes attacking Pearl Harbor somehow keeps that moment in history alive and connects us to it, as if we were there ourselves. Its a reminder of just how powerful the medium can be, and how it needs to be handled with great care.
More importantly, today we want to thank all those who have had the courage and strength to answer the call of duty and serve our country. We sincerely appreciate the sacrifices you’ve made, on behalf of the country and the world.