Wikimedia Commons/U.S. Navy The February 1944 Sinking of Japanese Light Cruiser Katori by USS Iowa On February 17, 1944, USS ...

The Catalina’s actions at Midway not only redeemed its reputation after early war setbacks, but also exemplified how reconnaissance could dictate naval engagements.

Jim Muri, a Montanan whose legendary flying prowess saved his stricken bomber and crew during the Battle of Midway in World War II, died Sunday at age 93.

Historian Martin Dugard discussed the Battle of Midway in June 1942, highlighting U.S. and Japanese intelligence operations before the engagement and how the battle changed naval warfare.