Battle of Surigao Strait 1944: America’s Deadly Naval Trap | WW2

Описание: The Battle of Surigao Strait 1944 was the last great battleship duel in naval history, a clash where the US Navy turned the tide with America’s deadly naval trap. As part of the wider Battle of Leyte Gulf 1944, this confrontation saw Japanese battleships Fuso and Yamashiro steam into a perfectly laid ambush. Admiral Jesse Oldendorf’s battle line—six American battleships supported by cruisers, destroyers, and torpedo boats—executed the classic “crossing the T,” cutting the Japanese fleet to pieces.
For veterans and history lovers, the Battle of Surigao Strait 1944 stands as a defining moment in WW2 history, where firepower, planning, and sacrifice merged into one decisive night. The US Navy’s strategy ensured victory and protected the Leyte landings, forever shaping the Pacific War. This video dives deep into the story of men, ships, and the tactics that made America’s deadly naval trap legendary.
Relive the drama of WW2, the destruction at Surigao Strait, and the legacy of the US Navy during the Battle of Leyte Gulf 1944. For those seeking true WWII history, this is one of the most powerful naval clashes ever told.
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Music Credit
• Dark Side Of Our Past
• Keys of Moon – Courage and Willpower – Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
• Epic Boss Battle
• Monumental
• Makai Symphony – Endless Storm – Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
• Elegy – Wayne Jones (YouTube Audio Library)