Encyclopaedia Britannica Presents: WWII Infographic Explainers: Battle of Midway, significant events of June 4, 1943

On June 4, during the Battle of Midway, Japanese planes attacked Midway, prompting American carriers to launch torpedo and bomber aircraft. Despite initial failures due to ineffective torpedoes, American dive bombers later destroyed three Japanese carriers. The last Japanese carrier, Hiryu, damaged the Yorktown, but was eventually destroyed by American forces, marking a pivotal victory.

What significant event occurred on June 4 during the Battle of Midway?

What time did American carriers launch their torpedo and bomber aircraft?

What was the effect of the second wave of American torpedo bombers on the Japanese combat air patrol?

Which Japanese carrier launched planes that found the American aircraft carrier Yorktown?

What happened to the Hiryu during the final major air strike of the day?