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The Battle of Midway was significant in World War II because it marked the end of

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The Japanese Navy had been advancing easily for years in the Pacific. Their attempt to take Midway in June of 1942 was due to the tiny island’s importance as a refueling port and airstrip for the United States. The American victory there marked the end of the Japanese eastward advance in the Pacific by their Navy.

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It marked the end of Japanese eastward advance in the Pacific.

With the victory that was achieved at Midway by the allied forces; specifically the US forces; they slowly started gaining momentum against he Japanese.

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This victory of the USA was achieved because The U.S. Navy was able to launch a surprise attack on the larger Japanese fleet in the area.

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