0h 46min, jun 4, 1942 y - Battle at Midway
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Considered the turning point of the war in the Pacific. The U.S. sank four fleet carriers–the entire strength of the task force–Akagi, Kaga, Soryu, and Hiryu, with 322 aircraft and over five thousand sailors. The Japanese also lost heavy cruiser Mikuma. American loses where 147 aircraft and more than 300 sailors.Added to timeline:
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0h 46min, jun 4, 1942 y
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