Chronology of World War II

Thursday, June 4

Japanese Carrier Hiryu Maneuvers to Avoid Bombs

Japanese Carrier <i>Hiryu</i> Maneuvers to Avoid Bombs — The Japanese carrier Hiryu maneuvers to avoid bombs dropped by Army Air Forces B-17 Flying Fortresses during the Battle of Midway, on June 4, 1942. (NARA)