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Battle of the Coral Sea
1942 • Korallenmeer Seeschlacht
Historical Overview
First pure carrier battle without visual contact.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Strategic US victory.
US/Allies
- Commander: Frank J. Fletcher
- Strength: 2 Träger
- Casualties: 656
Japanese Navy
- Commander: Shigeyoshi Inoue
- Strength: 2 Träger
- Casualties: 966
Strategic Context
Preventing Japanese landing in Port Moresby.
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