Dogfight, naval battle, Second Battle of the Philippines, 1944

The video describes a significant naval battle involving Japanese forces aiming to deliver a decisive blow. The Japanese strategy included a large enemy force supported by bombers. Allied forces responded with a strong counterattack, involving more carriers than the Japanese had encountered before. Despite challenges such as fire and equipment jams, the Allied forces managed to cripple many enemy units, though not all. The battle highlighted the strategic stakes for Japan and the resilience of Allied forces.

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