Battle of Midway

The Battle of Midway, fought from June 4 to June 7, 1942, was a pivotal naval battle in World War II between the United States and Japan in the Pacific Theatre. Following the attack on Pearl Harbor, Japan aimed to eliminate the U.S. as a Pacific power. The U.S. decoded Japanese messages and anticipated their plans, leading to an ambush. The battle resulted in a significant victory for the U.S., sinking four Japanese aircraft carriers and shifting the balance of naval power in the Pacific. This victory marked a turning point in the war, boosting American morale and weakening Japanese expansion.