A remarkable account of what has been called the most significant and decisive naval battle since Trafalgar.' -- Los Angeles TimesThis is the minute-by-minute drama of the 20th century's most stunning naval battle. By any standards, the American fleet at Midway was hopelessly outclassed, facing a Japanese navy that was brilliant, experienced, and all-conquering. The American forces had no right to win -- but they did, and in so doing changed the course of World War II.