Remote submersibles have discovered and documented the wreckage of three World War II aircraft carriers that were involved in the Battle of Midway. The footage provides new insights into the final moments of the carriers and sheds light on the heroic efforts of the crew. The discovery is expected to help unravel the mysteries surrounding the pivotal battle that shifted control from Japanese to U.S. forces. The sunken carriers will remain in their current location in protected waters and will not be looted or exploited for tourism.
