Battle of Philippine Sea - 19 Jun 1944
The Imperial Japanese Navy lose 3 carriers and over 600 aircraft in the largest carrier battle in history. The IJN were unable to replace their losses and at Leyte Gulf, a few months later, their carriers were used solely as a decoy.
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Tags : Japan,United States,Naval,Aerial,Pacific,Combat
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