WWII
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- Pearl Harbor, a naval base in Hawaii, was attacked by the Imperial Japanese Navy. The surprise assault resulted in significant damage to the American Pacific Fleet, including the sinking of battleships and the loss of aircraft. The attack prompted the United States to declare war on Japan the following day, thrusting the nation into a global conflict that ultimately led to the defeat of the Axis powers.
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- The Battle of Midway was an important naval battle between the United States and Japan during World War II. Located in the Pacific Ocean, Midway Atoll served as the battleground. The U.S. Navy decisively defeated the Imperial Japanese Navy, sinking four Japanese aircraft carriers and thwarting Japan's attempt to expand its naval dominance in the Pacific. The victory at Midway shifted the balance of power in the Pacific theater and marked a turning point in the war.
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- The atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, carried out by the United States, marked the first and only use of nuclear weapons in warfare. The bombings resulted in catastrophic destruction and loss of life, with tens of thousands killed instantly and many more dying later from injuries and radiation sickness. The bombings played a significant role in Japan's decision to surrender, leading to the end of World War II.
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