The Significance of a Critical 15 Minutes in Military History

In a pivotal moment during the battle on June 4th, 1942, Japanese forces believed they were winning as they prepared to launch an attack on American carriers. Despite intense aerial actions, the Japanese managed to repel all American attacks without being hit by any bombs or torpedoes. The lack of radar on Japanese vessels played a key role in the moment when dive bombers were sighted, leading to a critical juncture in the battle.