Battle of Iwo-Jima (feb 19, 1945 – mar 26, 1945)
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The Marines battle for control of an island in the Pacific, eventually leading to the downfall of Japan. The Marines lose over 30 thousand troops in the fighting. The Japanese lose over 70 thousand troops and only 250 soldiers were captured.
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