Why is the Battle of Midway considered a turning point in World War II?

Question

Why is the Battle of Midway considered a turning point in World War II?

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Responses

It forced Japan to surrender immediately.
It forced Japan to surrender immediately. - no response given

It represented the last major Axis victory.
It represented the last major Axis victory. - incorrect

It came after many Japanese advances and proved the United States could win in the Pacific.
It came after many Japanese advances and proved the United States could win in the Pacific. - no response given

It showed the Allied strategy against Germany was working.
It showed the Allied strategy against Germany was working. - no response given
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Answer 1

The correct response is: It came after many Japanese advances and proved the United States could win in the Pacific. The Battle of Midway was a decisive victory for the United States, halting the Japanese advance in the Pacific and shifting the momentum in favor of the Allies. This victory boosted American morale and demonstrated that the United States could successfully defend against Japanese aggression.