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Battle of Midway
1942 • Zentralpazifik Seeschlacht
Historical Overview
Turning point of the Pacific war; 4 carriers destroyed.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Decisive US victory.
US Navy / Merchant
- Commander: Chester W. Nimitz
- Strength: 3 Träger
- Casualties: 307
Japanese Navy
- Commander: Isoroku Yamamoto
- Strength: 4 Träger
- Casualties: 3057
Strategic Context
Japanese attempt to lure US carriers into a trap.
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