The Battle for Leyte Gulf

Highlighting the complexity and scale of naval warfare, this account details the greatest naval battle of World War II, comprising four interrelated actions over a single day. Engaging forces comparable to previous Pacific battles, the conflict spanned three bodies of water, showcasing strategic maneuvers against a significant Japanese operation. Pulitzer Prize-winning author C. Vann Woodward provides a vivid narrative that captures the intensity and historical significance of this monumental engagement.