June 4th to the 7th, 2012. The most pivotal naval battle of the Pacific War, it’s surprising how few news outlets are noting the anniversary.
Battle of Midway wiki.
Something from the Navy.
This was the decisive American history that turned back the Japanese war machine. From that point on, and it was another three years, Japan was on the defensive, fighting it island-by-island.
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The battle result was a culmination of intelligence, surprise and sheer luck – good and bad. My neighbor, Mr. Doreston Johnson, SSgt, US Marine Corps was severely wounded manning the AA batteries on the Big E. He passed away suddenly just two months ago.