The pivotal turning point in the Pacific during World War II, which took place at Midway Atoll, occurred in June 1942. This battle was crucial as it marked a decisive victory for the United States against Japan, significantly weakening Japanese naval power. U.S. forces, having cracked Japanese codes, anticipated the attack and set a trap, leading to the destruction of four Japanese aircraft carriers. The victory at Midway shifted the balance of power in the Pacific, enabling the U.S. to take the offensive in subsequent operations. It is often regarded as one of the most important battles of the war, reshaping the trajectory of the conflict in the Pacific Theater.