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December 7, 1941

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Dec 8–23, 1941
The Battle of Wake Island began with the attack on Pearl Harbor naval and air bases in Hawaii. The attack resulted in a win for Japan.

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May 4-8, 1942
The Battle of the Coral Sea was a major naval battle between the Japanese naval and air forces of the United States and Australia.  The Battle was a major Allied victory.

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June 4–7, 1942

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August 7 1942 – February 9 1943

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May 11-30, 1943
The Battle of Attu was the only land battle fought in North America during World War II. It was a battle fought between forces of the United States and Japan on Attu Island

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Nov 20–23, 1943
The Battle of Tarawa was a battle in the Pacific Theater of World War II. It took place in the Gilbert Islands, and was part of the U.S. invasion of the Gilberts.

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Mar 2-4, 1943
This Battle plays an important role in maritime history. The design was finalised by Hitler's Navy.  Most of the Japanese task force was destroyed, and Japanese troop losses were heavy.

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Boats and boating--Equipment and supplies

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Jun 19-20, 1944
The Battle was a major naval battle of World War II that eliminated the Japanese Navy's ability. It took place at the Mariana Islands during the Pacific War.

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Oct 23-26, 1944
The Battle of Leyte Gulf is considered  the largest naval battle of World War II and,  possibly the largest naval battle in history, with over 200,000 naval personnel involved.

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February 19 – March 26 1945

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Apr 1, 1945 – Jun 22, 1945

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Aug 6-9, 1945

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August 15, 1945
The surrender of Japan was announced by Japanese Emperor Hirohito, bringing the hostilities of World War II to a close.