Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb has ordered that flags across the state be flown at half-staff today in observance of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. The directive applies to both residential and commercial flags, which are to remain at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on December 7.
Honoring Lives Lost at Pearl Harbor
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, first established in 1994, is observed nationwide to commemorate the 2,000+ American troops and civilians who lost their lives during the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor by Japanese forces in 1941.
The event not only claimed thousands of lives but also marked the United States’ entry into World War II. It remains a solemn day of reflection on the sacrifices of the Greatest Generation.
Statewide Participation
Governor Holcomb’s proclamation encourages Hoosiers to honor the occasion by lowering flags as a tribute to the victims and veterans of December 7, 1941.
“Let us pause to remember the courage and sacrifice of those who served during this pivotal moment in our nation’s history,” Holcomb said in a statement earlier this week.
Residents and businesses are encouraged to follow the directive to demonstrate unity and respect.
National Day of Remembrance
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day is not a federal holiday but is widely observed across the United States with flag-lowering ceremonies, memorial services, and moments of silence to honor the fallen.
In Washington, D.C., flags at federal buildings, including the White House, are also flying at half-staff today, joining states like Indiana in honoring the day.
