To the Shores of Iwo Jima
Launched on February 19, 1945, Operation Detachment was the effort by the U.S. to capture the island of Iwo Jima. In one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Pacific War, the U.S. suffered over 25,000 casualties. It also resulted in one of the most iconic images in history. Presented here is a vivid account of the Battle of Iwo Jima in full color.
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Storming Fortress Pacifica: Iwo Jima 80 Years Later
In late March 1945, 300 Japanese soldiers appeared suddenly out of the dark near Hirawa Bay on the island of Iwo Jima, catching an encampment of US Marines and Army Air Force personnel completely by surprise. A vicious firefight ensued, not ending until the last attacker was killed three hours later. The Americans suffered 170 dead and wounded.
-Alemaster
