Battle of Coral Sea (may 4, 1942 – may 8, 1942)
Description:
The Battle of the Coral Sea was a significant battle in World War II. It was the first time that aircraft carriers and their planes fought head to head in combat. The success of the United States and the use of aircraft carriers would pave the way for future American successes against the Japanese in the Pacific.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 4, 1942
may 8, 1942
~ 4 days