Combat Ships (2017)

Episode Overview

The Battle of Leyte Gulf serves as a vivid snapshot of naval warfare, featuring an array of battleships, aircraft carriers, destroyers, submarines, kamikaze pilots, and fighter jets engaged in a monumental three-day conflict that signaled the turning point in the Pacific War. This episode delves into the intricacies of the battle, showcasing the thousands of ships involved, including Japan's colossal battleships, Musashi and Yamato. We explore the brilliant tactics, acts of heroism, pivotal decisions, and formidable vessels that contributed to this historic naval clash, the largest of its kind.