Question

Why was the batle of midway considered the turning ponit of the war in the pacific?

Answer 1

The U.S. Navy's decisive victory in the air-sea battle (June 3-6, 1942) and its successful defense of the major base located at Midway Island dashed Japan's hopes of neutralizing the United States as a naval power and effectively turned the tide of World War II in the Pacific.

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Answer 2

One reason why the Battle of Midway is considered the turning point of the war in the Pacific is because "A. The battle stopped a Japanese attack on Hawaii and put the Japanese on the defense," since this put the favor towards the US in the Pacific.