War in the Pacific

Previously, we saw how the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour bought them time to launch their invasion of Southeast Asia. It was not longer before the US declared war on Japan and fought back.

Quiz 5: Here are several reasons responsible for Japan's defeat in the Pacific War. Which do you think contributed the most?

Find out more about the key battles in the Pacific from this interactive.

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