The Significance of the Four Following Battles: Midway, Stalingrad, El Alamein and D-day, in World War II

The battle of Midway was the first victory of the Americans and the beginning of the downfall of the Japanese during World War II. After Japan's victory at Pearl Harbor, Germany declared war on the United States. This caused the United States to strengthen their defense by producing planes, tanks and ships at a quick rate. When the Japanese headed for Midway in June 1942, they were taken aback with the destruction of four of their aircraft carriers. The United States had broken the Japanese naval code and was ready for their attack. …