From: “Japanese Destroyer Captain” by IJN Capt. Tameichi Hara____ After heavy preliminary bombardment, the Americans began the invasion of Iwo Jima… Not a single Japanese warship was sent to oppose this enemy landing, only 700 miles from the homeland. Meanwhile the bombing of Japanese cities by B-29 Superforts from Marianas bases continued with increasing intensity. […]
via Iwo Jima — Pacific Paratrooper
Here is another great post from our friend Pacific Paratrooper in remembrance of the brave “Smitty” who is one of the Americans that made this country and the world free.


Thank you for sharing this with your readers, Michael.
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As always it’s my pleasure. Thank you for sharing interesting content.
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