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The Battle of Leyte Gulf, wow! Ever heard of it? It was HUGE, like the biggest naval battle EVER! Imagine a bunch of ships and planes, all fighting each other in the ocean. That's what went down in 1944 near the Philippines.
Want to know why it happened? Well, it all started because America wanted to help the Philippines and stop Japan from getting important supplies. They decided to have a big battle at sea, and boy, was it a battle!
The Americans had these cool ships called carriers, which were like floating airports. They launched planes into the air to fight the Japanese planes and attack their ships. The Japanese fought back hard, but they were outmatched.
There were submarines too, sneaking under the water and using torpedoes to sink enemy ships. It was like a game of hide-and-seek, but with explosions!
One of the most amazing parts of the battle was when a small American ship called the USS Johnston bravely attacked a much larger Japanese fleet. It was like a tiny dog barking at a bunch of big, scary cats! The Johnston fought bravely but was eventually sunk.
In the end, the Americans won the Battle of Leyte Gulf. It was a big victory that helped them win the war. But it was a tough battle, and many brave sailors from both sides lost their lives.
So, next time you see a cartoon about ships and planes fighting, remember the Battle of Leyte Gulf. It was a real battle, and it was a big deal!
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