The Battle of Midway

The Battle of Midway, fought in June 1942, was a crucial naval battle in the Pacific during World War II. The United States Navy, aware of Japan’s plans, ambushed Japanese aircraft carriers by decoding their messages. This surprise attack resulted in the sinking of four Japanese carriers, crippling their fleet. It shifted the war’s momentum in favor of the Allies, stopping Japan’s advance and marking a turning point in the Pacific theater. The battle demonstrated the importance of intelligence, aircraft carriers, and air power in modern naval warfare.