On This Day: World War II: The Battle of the Coral Sea begins with an attack by aircraft from... (1942)

On May 4, 1942: World War II: The Battle of the Coral Sea begins with an attack by aircraft from the United States aircraft carrier USS Yorktown on Japanese naval forces at Tulagi Island in the Solomon Islands. The Japanese forces had invaded Tulagi the day before.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.