Why was the Battle of the Coral Sea so crucial for the United States? The battle gave the United States an important airbase to use in attacking Japan. The battle halted Japan's push toward Australia. The battle was a decisive victory for the United States and put Japan on the defensive.

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Quincy

14 November, 06:02

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Aliza Simmons · Answer 1

Just did this it is "The battle halted Japans push toward Australia"

Gillian Rios · Answer 2

The battle halted Japan's push into Australia, as they had invaded Papua, an Australian territory, before the battle.