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Battle of Leyte Gulf
1944 • Philippinen Seeschlacht
Historical Overview
Largest naval battle in history; Kamikaze use.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Decisive US victory.
US Navy / Merchant
- Commander: William Halsey
- Strength: 200 Schiffe
- Casualties: 3000
Japanese Navy
- Commander: Takeo Kurita
- Strength: 67 Schiffe
- Casualties: 12000
Strategic Context
Last desperate IJN attempt to defeat the US Fleet.
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Historical Locations
Exact location not recorded in historical records













