After breaking Japanese codes, the American navy was forewarned about the timing of this attack and prepared for an ambush. This
battle proved to be the turning point of the Pacific naval war.A. Battle of Midway B. Battle of Java Sea C. Battle of Leyte Gulf D. Battle of the Coral Sea
The Battle of Midway (June 3-6 1942) was the turning point of the war in the Pacific. The Japanese defeat meant many heavy losses , including 4 aircraft carriers sunk. Japan had to abandon its plans of strategic dominance over the Pacific, American morale and confidence were significantly boosted.
