The Largest Sea Battle in History

In part 2 of the Voices of the Battle of the Philippine Sea series, we focus on the United States submarine force's successes on June 19, 1944. This video details the sinking of the Japanese carriers Taiho and Shokaku by American subs Albacore and Cavalla. Give us a follow this week for the remaining videos in this six-part video series. All videos are written, produced, and directed by staff and volunteers at the Hampton Roads Naval Museum. Additional naval history content can be found on our Y

Shōkaku: Japan's Powerful Aircraft Carrier Destroyed at the Battle of the Philippine Sea