US Gen. George Marshall offers testimony to Joint Pearl Harbor Investigating Committee in Washington, DC

The transcript details a personal account of receiving the notification of the Pearl Harbor attack. The speaker recalls uncertainty about their location at the time but quickly moved to the War Department. Communication was established with Colonel Phillips, who described the situation amidst explosions. There were rumors of a Japanese landing. The speaker discusses the procedures for dispatching messages and communication challenges, including a conversation with Admiral Stark about rapid communication methods.

What was the initial information received regarding the attack on Pearl Harbor?

Describe the confusion regarding the location of the speaker during the attack.

What details were communicated to the speaker by Colonel Phillips?

What was the procedure for dispatching messages during the attack?

What did Admiral Stark communicate to the speaker regarding communication methods?