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Incredible Victory
The Battle of Midway
Book • 1967
In 'Incredible Victory: The Battle of Midway,' Walter Lord recounts the pivotal battle that turned the tide of World War II in the Pacific.
Despite being outgunned and outmanned, the American fleet, aided by codebreakers who had deciphered Japanese plans, prepared an ambush that led to a decisive victory.
Lord's narrative brings to life the experiences of both Japanese and American commanders and ordinary soldiers, providing a graphic and realistic account of the battle.
The book details the strategic planning, the intense aerial battles, and the ultimate triumph of the American forces, which never allowed Japan to advance again after this battle.
Despite being outgunned and outmanned, the American fleet, aided by codebreakers who had deciphered Japanese plans, prepared an ambush that led to a decisive victory.
Lord's narrative brings to life the experiences of both Japanese and American commanders and ordinary soldiers, providing a graphic and realistic account of the battle.
The book details the strategic planning, the intense aerial battles, and the ultimate triumph of the American forces, which never allowed Japan to advance again after this battle.
