Battle 360° (2008)

S1E4 Bloody Santa Cruz

The episode reflects on the intense Battle of the Santa Cruz Islands that took place in October 1942. This pivotal confrontation saw the USS Enterprise facing devastating losses, particularly with the sinking of its sister ship, the USS Hornet. The Hornet was struck by a barrage of torpedoes and bombs from enemy fighters, marking a significant and tragic moment in naval history.