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The Battle of Midway was a major naval battle during World War II between the United States and Japan.
It took place near Midway Atoll in the Pacific Ocean.
The United States, having broken Japanese codes, was able to anticipate and counter Japan's attack,
resulting in a decisive American victory.
Key Outcomes:
- The U.S. sank four Japanese aircraft carriers: Akagi, Kaga, Sōryū, and Hiryū.
- The U.S. lost one carrier: USS Yorktown, and one destroyer.
- Japan lost over 300 aircraft and many experienced pilots.
This battle marked a turning point in the Pacific War, ending Japanese expansion and beginning
a U.S. offensive that would last until the end of the war.
Here are the maps
Map of World War II: The Far East and the
Pacific.
The Battle of the Coral Sea, May 4-8, 1942.
The Battle of Midway, June 3-6, 1942.
December 7, 1941 - April 18, 1942: World
War II in the Far East and the Pacific. American Carrier Operations. |
