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The Battle of Midway: The Final Showdown
2:17:02 - 2:23:07 (06:04)
During the Battle of Midway, the Americans discover and attack the last undamaged Japanese carrier, leading to the eventual defeat of the Japanese fleet. The importance of the unity of aircraft carriers as a weapon system is emphasized.
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The Americans find the last Japanese carrier, but after the Japanese knock it out, they're not looking to find the same carrier again in The Battle of Midway.
2:17:02 - 2:22:01 (04:58)
The Battle of Midway
Summary
The Americans find the last Japanese carrier, but after the Japanese knock it out, they're not looking to find the same carrier again in The Battle of Midway.
ChapterThe Battle of Midway: The Final Showdown
EpisodeShow 65 - Supernova in the East IV
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The attack on Pearl Harbor during WWII destroyed much more than just the ships and planes.
2:22:01 - 2:23:07 (01:05)
Pearl Harbor
Summary
The attack on Pearl Harbor during WWII destroyed much more than just the ships and planes. The loss of skilled individuals and their institutional memory made it nearly impossible to recreate the weapon system of the US Naval force quickly.