Escort carrier USS Kitkin Bay (CVE-71), part of the escort carrier group supporting the Leyte landings, came under enemy fire when surprised by a strong enemy force of battleships and cruisers. FM-2 Wildcat and TBM Avenger pilots launched from the escor
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