oct 23, 1944 - The Battle of Leyte Gulf

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Where was is fought?
It was fought in the waters near Leyte Island in the Philippines, spanning a vast area that included Leyte Gulf, the Surigao Strait, the San Bernardino Strait, and off Samar Island.

What happened during the battle?
Fought in the waters surrounding the Philippine island of Leyte, it pitted the combined U.S. and Australian naval and air forces against the Imperial Japanese Navy.
What was the outcome of the battle?
The Battle of Leyte Gulf was a decisive Allied victory that resulted in the near-total destruction of the Imperial Japanese Navy.
Why it was important during WW2
it effectively broke the back of the Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) and ensured the success of the Allied return to the Philippines.

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