. In the “Pacific Theater” of the war, Japanese forces fought and won many victories. Stories of the “Bataan Death March” angered Americans further. What happened?

Question

19. Why was the Battle of Midway important? Choose ONE response, mark with an X.
___ It was the first Japanese victory on the European front.
___ It was the first Japanese defeat in many years.
___ It was the first naval battle that included the use of submarines.
___ It was the last battle on the Pacific front.

Answer 1

X It was the first Japanese defeat in many years.