Color Footage From WWII Battle of Leyte

The transcript describes a fierce naval battle between the Japanese and US forces, lasting five days and nights. The Japanese Navy launched a relentless attack on the US fleet, using carrier-based planes to harass the ships. Despite the intense efforts, the US defenses held strong, resulting in the destruction of 15 major Japanese battlewagons. The US suffered the loss of the light carrier Princeton, which had to be scuttled by its crew. The battle highlights the strategic maneuvers and significant losses on both sides.

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