Battle of Leyte Gulf 75th Anniversary
Following the panel, retired Admiral James Winnefeld discussed the legacy of the battle. Fought in waters around the Philippines, the Battle of Leyte Gulf is considered the largest naval battle in history, and was a decisive victory over the Japanese Imperial Navy for the United States and its allies.
Six panelists who have studied the October 1944 Battle of Leyte Gulf participated in a 75th anniversary discussion hosted by the Naval Histo… read more
Six panelists who have studied the October 1944 Battle of Leyte Gulf participated in a 75th anniversary discussion hosted by the Naval Historical Foundation.
Following the panel, retired Admiral James Winnefeld discussed the legacy of the battle. Fought in waters around the Philippines, the Battle of Leyte Gulf is considered the largest naval battle in history, and was a decisive victory over the Japanese Imperial Navy for the United States and its allies. close
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