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re: 75 years ago right now...the island of Iwo Jima became Hell on earth
Posted on 2/18/20 at 7:11 pm to RollTide1987
Posted on 2/18/20 at 7:11 pm to RollTide1987
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The 25th Marines endured horrific losses. The 3rd battalion entered the fight in the Quarry with 900 men. By nightfall, its fighting strength had been reduced to just 150 men - a casualty rate of over 83%.
The greatest generation indeed.
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Posted on 2/18/20 at 7:15 pm to kywildcatfanone
I've been to iwo more than once. Incredibly powerful place. Just a mean island. Standing on top suribachi and looking down at the landing beaches is top 3 life moment for sure
This post was edited on 2/18/20 at 7:18 pm
Posted on 2/18/20 at 7:46 pm to kywildcatfanone
"A casualty rate of over 83 %. This is why President Truman dropped the 2 bombs.
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