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Ij-3: IJN’s Carrier-Based Air Power

The Imperial Japanese Navy’s (IJN) reliance on powerful aircraft carriers equipped with advanced aircraft to project air power, particularly during the early stages of the Pacific War.

Ii-2: Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN)

The naval forces of the Empire of Japan during World War II, renowned for its aggressive tactics and powerful warships, including aircraft carriers like the Akagi and the Yamato.

Fast Carrier Task Forces: The Backbone of the US Navy

High-speed, powerful naval task forces employed by the US Navy in the Pacific Theater, equipped with aircraft carriers and support ships, playing a pivotal role in defeating Japan.

Fleet Air Arm

The naval air arm of the Royal Navy, responsible for operating aircraft carriers and providing air support for the British fleet.

European Naval Warfare

The naval battles fought in European waters and surrounding regions during World War II, showcasing the importance of naval power, submarine warfare, and aircraft carriers.

Dg. 17 The Battle of Midway

A decisive naval battle fought between the United States Navy and the Imperial Japanese Navy in June 1942. The battle, a major turning point in the Pacific War, saw the sinking of four Japanese aircraft carriers and inflicted a significant blow to the Japanese fleet.

Doolittle Raid

A U.S. bombing raid on Tokyo, Japan, on April 18, 1942, conducted by B-25 bombers launched from aircraft carriers.

Cq. Carrier-Based Aircraft

Aircraft designed to operate from aircraft carriers, playing a crucial role in naval warfare. They included fighters, bombers, and reconnaissance planes.

Cq. Combined Air and Naval Operations

Coordinated military operations involving both air and naval forces, such as aircraft carriers, fighter aircraft, and surface ships, to achieve a common objective.