Wright, Derrick
The Battle for Iwo Jima 1945
- ISBN 13:
- 9780750945448
- author:
- Wright, Derrick
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The History Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 127 mm X 198 mm
- Genre:
- American history: Second World War
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
The Battle for Iwo Jima 1945 by Derrick Wright In February 1945, a pivotal moment in the Pacific War unfolded as three Marine Divisions stormed the shores of Iwo Jima. The battle was expected to last just ten days, but General Tadamichi Kuribayashi and his garrison had other plans. The ensuing 36-day conflict would prove to be one of the bloodiest battles of the war, with nearly 6,000 American casualties. Despite being vastly outnumbered, Kuribayashi's determination to inflict heavy losses on the Marines ultimately proved futile. This book provides a detailed account of the Battle for Iwo Jima, shedding light on the events that shaped this pivotal moment in history.
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