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The story of Okinawa is a sad one. It took a long time for the Americans and Allied Forces to capture that island because it was the last island for them to capture. The Japanese people had told the residents of Okinawa that the Americans would do horrible things to them if they captured the island. The Okinawans started killing themselves to avoid capture by the Americans. It took time to convince the Okinawans they were not going to be hurt by the American soldiers and Marines. By the time the message became clear thousands had killed themselves and their children. The military story is on the link below.
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What happened April 1st 1945?
United States troops landed on Okinawa. In the Battle of Okinawa during World War II
What battles did the USS Burleigh engage in during World War 2?
Okinawa
Who did US seized control of the island of Okinawa from this country?
Okinawa was part of Japan until it was overrun by the United States during world war II.
Was Okinawa in World War 1?
Okinawa is a part of Japan so yes, Okinawa was in WWI.
Battle site in the Pacific during World War 2?
Iwo Gima, Guadalcanal, Okinawa
Why was Okinawa an important island to control in the war during World War 2?
It was to be a launching pad for the final invasion on Japan.
How many days did the battle of okinawa last during World War 2?
During WW2, the Battle of Okinawa lasted for 82 days. It was fought on 1 April - 22 June 1945.
What were the beginning and ending dates of the Battle of Okinawa during World War 2?
1 April - 22 June 1945 : the Battle of Okinawa lasted for 82 days .
What country was okinawa part of before World War 2?
Okinawa was part of Japan.
Which was the last major battle fought during World War 2 between the US and Japan in 1945?
Okinawa
Where final battle of the Pacific War was fought at?
The final major battle of World War II took place in Okinawa.
Where was the final battle of the pacific war was fought?
The final major battle of World War II took place in Okinawa.
