How were battleships used in World War 2?

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Shore bombardment and providing anti-aircraft protection for aircraft carriers. There were some surface engagements involving some battleships, but they were greatly overshadowed by the fleet carrier battles. And if by chance a battleship were to get between clashing carriers...they were toast!

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