Fletcher wasn’t liked by King or S.E. Morison both of whom felt he was too cautious, especially when he withdrew the carriers from Guadalcanal. Morison, who tended to be quite judgmental, was especially critical, even years after the war was over. The truth is that he did his best with limited resources. He stopped the Japanese at Coral Sea, and knew when to delegate at Midway. Lundstrom, in BLACK SHOE CARRIER ADMIRAL, gives him the credit that he’s due.