American Invasion Fleet could have been destroyed by the "Divine Wind"

[SeaSkua]

Originally Posted by evangilder

But think of the propaganda value that would have for the Japanese. It could have made them even more determined in their defense of the homeland. It would not have changed the outcome, but it would have been even more costly to the allies.

I read the book "Burning Mountain", it estimated there could be up to 1 million casualties for the invasion.

[magnocain]

I have heard (4th person) that some destroyers could completely submerge in storms and be ok. Can this be confirmed, denied, and/or further examinded?