Battle of the Coral Sea
Moresby Port at Stake
The Battle of the Coral Sea occurred off the edge of Moresby Port. The Japanese were planning on destroying the port of Moresby to isolate Australia from the war. The American forces intercepted a message from the Japanese and sent air and naval strength to the port. The American forces planned on coming in with a surprise attack. When the Japanese arrived they were surprised to see the Americans waiting. The battle ended in a draw because the Japanese lost all their air force but the Americans lost all their navy force.
Event Information
The Battle of the Coral Sea
When?
Wednesday, May 7, 2014, 08:45 AM
Where?
The Coral Sea
Effects of the battle
As an end result both sides were badly damaged. The Japanese had lost all its air support and two of its three carrier ships and the Americans carrier ships were badly damaged. Although there was a physical outcome the American soldiers gained emotional confidence. They had now been in a battle that gave them good training for the many to come.
Port Moresby bombed
Port Moresby received a small amount of bombing during the battle.
Ameircans prepare for battle
The Americans prepared greatly for this battle considering their appearance at the port would be a surprise the the Japanese.
The Lexington
The Lexington was an American carrier that was blown up during the battle.
Rear Adm. Frank J. Fletcher
Rear Adm. Frank J. Fletcher was in a large amount of control during the battle. He was the commander of the carrier Yorktown and the Lexington.