The Battle of the Coral Sea

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The Battle of the Coral Sea was a significant naval battle fought between Japan and the Allied powers (primarily the United States and Australia) during World War II. The battle effectively halted Japan's march southward through the Pacific toward Australia and was the first time that a Japanese invasion force was turned back. The battle marked a turning point in the war in the Pacific and demonstrated that Japan was not invincible, boosting Allied morale. The battle did not lead to the liberation of the Philippines or the capture of all of Southeast Asia, as suggested in options A and C. Option B is not accurate, as Japan never had serious thoughts of invading India. Option E is also not accurate, as while the battle was a significant blow to the US fleet, it did not cause widespread fear that the war in the Pacific might not be won.