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A Collection Of 1:1250 Scale World War II Ships, Over 40 Years In The Making
The Battle Of Midway
The Battle of Midway in June 1942 was a decisive naval conflict in World War II. The engagement primarily involved aircraft carriers, with the United States' USS Yorktown, USS Enterprise, and USS Hornet facing Japan's Akagi, Kaga, Soryu, and Hiryu. Through strategic attacks, American dive-bombers crippled three Japanese carriers. The heroic sacrifice of the USS Yorktown also played a vital role. Japan's loss of four carriers weakened their naval air power, shifting the Pacific balance and allowing the US to take the offensive. The Battle of Midway marked a significant turning point and set the stage for subsequent American successes.
Netherlands
During World War II, the Royal Netherlands Navy found itself in a challenging position due to the country's initial declaration of neutrality. However, on May 10, 1940, the Netherlands was invaded by German forces, leading to the occupation of the country. Despite this, the Dutch Navy tried to defend Dutch territories and made efforts to contribute to the Allied cause. Some Dutch naval vessels managed to escape and join the Allied forces, and Dutch sailors and merchant marines served alongside the Allies. However, the Netherlands Navy could not operate in its full capacity due to the occupation, and its contributions were limited during the war.
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