ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Rochester Yacht Club hosted a ceremony to commemorate the 84th anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attacks, honoring the victims and their families.

Organizers said the event had one of the best turnouts they have seen, with color guards and veterans’ organizations from across Monroe County showing support.

A Navy bell rang eight times to honor those killed in the attacks by imperial Japan on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii on Dec. 7, 1941, an attack that spurred the United States’ entry into World War II. The ceremony included a wreath placement, a moment of silence, and more.

The ceremony began at 7:55 a.m., the same time as the attacks.

The event also paid tribute to John and James Kramb, two brothers from Monroe County who were killed in the attack.

“So much of our history gets lost over time, and the sacrifices that went on during Pearl Harbor, that wasn’t expected, and what those men and women in that time actually did, and the heroism — it’s such an important part to make sure our next generations know it, as well as remembering all the service men and women that are still carrying that burden today to defend this,” said Monroe County American Legion Commander Joseph Perkins.

Perkins said the Legion and other veterans will continue to work toward growing this event to ensure the sacrifices made are not forgotten.

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