Quote Originally Posted by Mouzafphaerre
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They broadcast a documentary on NGC about Midway, history + underwater archeology mixed. They still show it from time to time and I've watched it a few times. In addition to what have been already stated, the Japanese fleet had no camouglage. One of the American bombers noticed the Japanese aircraft from the vigorously shining sun symbol painted all over the deck. (The pilot told himself in the programme.)

So, I conclude a clash between modern "technological" warfare and "outdated" code of honour. The Japans seem to have had no chance at all.
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I assume you mean aircraft carriers.Indeed they had the rising sun painted on the deck but I was unaware this was an issue. I find it hard to imagine how you could camouflage an aircraft carrier in the open sea. They are a bit too big for that. And one more thing: I don't recall if this is also the case(and am too lazy to bring a book) but in most situations the pilots didn't spot the actual ships first, but the traces they left in the open sea.
On the other hand, i recall having read statements of the pilots who took part in the battle and many of them were impressed by the huge sun simbol on the Japanese flight deck.