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Who was the military leader of the US during the Battle of Iwo Jima?
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The President of the United States is the commander in chief of all U.S. military forces.
During the WWII Battle of Iwo Jima, the President of the United States was Franklin Delano Roosevelt.
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∙ 16y agoThe US commanders were Simon B. Buckner (Kia), Joseph W. Stilwell and Ray Spruance. The Japanese commanders were Mitsuru Ushijima (KIA) and Isamu Cho (KIA). KIA means killed in action.
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∙ 16y agoLGEN Buckner
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What was the battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa?
The battle for the island of Iwo Jima took place in February and March of 1945 and was one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific Theater. Resulting in an American victory over the Japanese defenders, it was soon followed by an invasion of the island of Okinawa (and several smaller islands nearby) in April of 1945. This battle, too, resulted in an Allied victory, yet at great cost to both sides.
What does the Statue of Iwo Jima represent?
marine corps of life
Why did the Japanese fight so hard at iwo Jima?
There are two reasons why America wanted to capture Iwo Jima. There were two airstrips on Iwo Jima and the Americans could use those to land broken B-29's that needed repairing. The other reason is that If the Americans are going to bomb japan, Iwo Jima would inform the main land of Japan and form a counter-strike. It was mandatory for the americans to take Iwo Jima, because if they didn't Hiroshima and Nagasaki would have been failures.
What islands did the US take while island hopping?
Okinawa Iwo Jima
What is another name for the Marine Corps Memorial in Arlington Virgina?
The other name for the Marine Corps Memorial is the Iwo Jima Memorial, it has a correct, proper and official name which is The Marine Corps War Memorial.
What did Hitler do during Iwo Jima?
He didn't do anything. The battle for Iwo Jima was between the US and Japan. Adolf Hitler was the German leader.
Were any US army troops at the battle of Iwo Jima?
Yes, there were thousands of United States military personnel at the Battle of Iwo Jima.
Who was the Japanese president during battle of Iwo Jima?
TOJO
How were civilians affected during the battle of Iwo Jima?
There were no civilians on the island of Iwo Jima when the battle took place. They were all evacuated in 1944 to mainland Japan.
Who was the president during the battle of Iwo Jima?
FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT
How many American boats were in the fight of Iwo Jima?
Approximately 880 boats were used during the battle for Iwo Jima.
What American military branch was mainly involved in the Battle of Iwo Jima?
The US Marine Corps.
Did the battle of Iwo Jima occur during World War 2?
Yes
Who was general kuribayashi?
the commanding general for the Japanese during the battle of Iwo Jima
What pacific battle was the bloodies during world war 2?
Iwo Jima .
How many Medals of Honor were earned during Iwo Jima?
I believe I've read that 16 Medals of Honor were earned by Americans during the Battle of Iwo Jima.
When was The attle of Iwo Jima?
The battle of Iwo Jima officially ended on March 25,1945.
