Originally Posted by Roger Dodger (Post 2039503)

Now, THAT is nice to know. Especially for the Battle of Layte Gulf. Of course, it could be considered 'cheating' to know exactly where and when the IJN will be.:arrgh!:

Originally Posted by fireftr18 (Post 2039677)

Not really. We had patrols out all the time looking for task forces.

Originally Posted by Roger Dodger (Post 2040065)

Should I report the TF contact first, then try for an attack, or vice versa?

Generally, you have to get close enough, like 7000 yds or so, before you can ID the group and send a contact report. Could be pretty exciting if you're spotted, or they pick up your radio signal. Which is most important - report or attack?

Unknown at the time, the Japanese had VERY good optics.

Originally Posted by merc4ulfate (Post 2040164)

Armistead ... if you take out a carrier or any ship of a TF in port or simply coming out of it on their way do you know if it will completely eliminate them from the battle or will they simply re-spawn at a given time to be at the battle in accordance to history?