World War 2

Unit 2

Major Battles of World War 2

Battle of Stalingrad
D-Day Invasion
Battle of Midway

Unit 2 • Chapter 3

Battle of Midway

Summary

Japan attacks Pearl Harbor, leading to America's involvement in war. The USS Enterprise faces the Japanese fleet at Midway, with the American forces outnumbered. Despite initial setbacks, American flyers launch successful attacks on Japanese carriers. Both sides suffer losses, but the Japanese are decisively defeated, losing four carriers and many aircraft. The Battle of Midway marks a turning point in the war, securing a significant victory for the US Navy and altering the course of naval warfare history.

Concept Check

What was the outcome of the Battle of Midway?

How was the Japanese Navy's plan to trap the American carriers described?

Which American carrier was hit by three direct bombs from Japanese bombers?