"Clash of the Carriers" chronicles the intense naval battle that unfolded in June 1944 between American and Japanese carrier fleets in the Philippine Sea. The objective was to secure the strategically important Marianas Islands. Over the course of two days, both sides engaged in fierce combat, launching waves of fighters and bombers against each other. The skies were filled with planes day and night. In the end, the American Fifth Fleet achieved over four hundred aerial combat victories, and three Japanese carriers were sunk.
This book offers a firsthand account of the Battle of the Philippine Sea, providing insights from American and Japanese veterans who were directly involved in the battle. The narrative is built upon interviews with these veterans as well as official sources, presenting a vivid portrayal of the courage displayed by those who fought and those who made the ultimate sacrifice in a battle that left an indelible mark on history.
