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How did Nimitz know about Japanese intentions at the Battle of Midway?
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∙ 10y ago
The United States had broken the Japanese naval code and was able to read a significant part of the messages to give him a good idea of Japanese intentions. However, because other senior commanders believed the target identified as 'AF' in the Japanese messages could have very well meant Hawaii or the West Coast, Nimitz had to prove that the target was indeed Midway. To do this, he ordered a message sent to Midway via underwater cable instructing them to broadcast, in the clear, that their water distillation plant had broken down. Within several days, a Japanese message was intercepted advising that 'AF' was running short of fresh water.
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Nimitz obtained crucial intelligence from U.S. codebreakers who had cracked the Japanese naval codes, specifically the JN-25 code. This allowed him to learn about the Japanese plan to attack Midway Atoll and estimate the timing and location of their attack. This intelligence played a significant role in Nimitz's decision-making and ultimately contributed to the American victory at the Battle of Midway.
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What advantage helped admiral Chester Nimitz defeat the Japanese at midway?
Nimitz had knowledge of the secret Japanese battle plans
How did admiral chester nimitz learn of the Japanese planes at the Battle of Midway?
From intercepted messages
Who led the US in the Battle of Midway?
Admiral Chester Nimitz .
Quotes from the Battle of Midway?
"I want that fourth carrier!" Nimitz (portrayed by Henry Fonda in the film "Midway").
How did Admiral Chester Nimitz learn of the Japanese plan at the Battle of Midway?
From intercepted messages :)
What advantage helped admiral Chester Nimitz defeat the Japanese at midway?
Nimitz had knowledge of the secret Japanese battle plans
What advantages helped admiral Chester Nimitz defeat the Japanese at midway island?
Nimitz had knowledge of the secret Japanese battle plans
How did admiral chester nimitz learn of the Japanese planes at the Battle of Midway?
From intercepted messages
What location did Admiral Nimitz's fleet ambush and severely damage the Japanese fleet at by stopping the Japanese offensive in the Pacific?
Battle Of Midway
Who was in charge of the allied side of the Battle of Midway?
Nimitz.
Who led the US in the Battle of Midway?
Admiral Chester Nimitz .
Crucial naval battle of June 1942 in which us admiral chester nimitz blocked the Japanese attempt to conquer a strategic island near Hawaii?
battle of midway
Who lead the bomb raid at the Battle of Midway?
Chester W. Nimitz
Quotes from the Battle of Midway?
"I want that fourth carrier!" Nimitz (portrayed by Henry Fonda in the film "Midway").
Who led the allied troops that met the Japanese fleet at midway?
Admiral Chester Nimitz
How did Admiral Chester Nimitz learn of the Japanese plan at the Battle of Midway?
From intercepted messages :)
Who are the allied leaders during the Battle of Midway?
The Military leaders were Nimitz, Spruance and Fletcher.
