Battle of Leyte Gulf:66 years ago today.

Bubblehead1980 · 10-25-10, 02:41 PM

Busy weekend, realized earlier I forgot that the 66th anniversary of the Leyte Gulf battle is here.I was reminded because my current patrol in TMO RSRD is in October 1944, I plan on trying to get in on some of the action when the time comes.

Leyte Gulf has always been one of the more interesting battles to me, mainly because so much was on the line and it was so large and prolonged.

The bravery of small ships like the USS Johnston and Samuel B Roberts is legendary.The mistake made by one of America's great Admirals, Admiral Halsey that nearly led to disaster also adds to the story.The Japanese made a mistake too, they were so offput by the fierce resistance from the small force of DE's, they were convinced they were against more opposition than that and withdrew early.Chance and luck played a role along with planning and skill.

Thoughts? Info? etc, Share.

10-25-10, 02:41 PM	#1
Bubblehead1980 Navy Seal Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida USA Posts: 7,099 Downloads: 605 Uploads: 44	Battle of Leyte Gulf:66 years ago today. Busy weekend, realized earlier I forgot that the 66th anniversary of the Leyte Gulf battle is here.I was reminded because my current patrol in TMO RSRD is in October 1944, I plan on trying to get in on some of the action when the time comes. Leyte Gulf has always been one of the more interesting battles to me, mainly because so much was on the line and it was so large and prolonged. The bravery of small ships like the USS Johnston and Samuel B Roberts is legendary.The mistake made by one of America's great Admirals, Admiral Halsey that nearly led to disaster also adds to the story.The Japanese made a mistake too, they were so offput by the fierce resistance from the small force of DE's, they were convinced they were against more opposition than that and withdrew early.Chance and luck played a role along with planning and skill. Thoughts? Info? etc, Share.