Which attack on a U.S. naval base propelled America into World War II?
Category: History · Difficulty: medium
Hint: It happened on December 7, 1941.
Answer
Pearl Harbor
Explanation
The attack on Pearl Harbor by Japan led to the U.S. declaring war on Japan.
This is a medium history riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is Pearl Harbor.
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