Which of the following battles was the first one fought solely by aircraft in which the opposing ships never saw each other?

A. Battle of Midway
B. Battle of Lake Erie
C. Battle of Coral Sea
D. Battle of Wake Island

The first battle fought solely by aircraft, where opposing ships never saw each other, was the Battle of Coral Sea from May 4 to May 8, 1942. This significant engagement by the U.S. Navy aimed to stop Japanese expansion towards Australia and marked a pivotal moment in naval warfare. Despite greater ship losses, the battle was a strategic victory for the Allies.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-11

The battle that was the first one fought solely by aircraft in which the opposing ships never saw each other is the (C) Battle of Coral Sea.
The Battle of the Coral Sea took place from May 4 to May 8, 1942, during World War II. It was a major naval battle between the Imperial Japanese Navy and naval and air forces of the United States and Australia. This battle is historically significant because it was the first time in naval history that two opposing fleets fought without any of the ships actually sighting or firing directly at each other. Instead, all of the attacks were carried out by aircraft launched from aircraft carriers.
This marked a pivotal change in naval warfare, highlighting the strategic importance of aircraft carriers and air power over traditional battleships and direct naval engagements. The battle ended with both sides suffering losses, but strategically, it was a victory for the Allies as it halted the Japanese advance towards Port Moresby in New Guinea.
Therefore, the correct answer is (C) Battle of Coral Sea.

Answered by danjohnbrain | 2025-07-22