Iwo Jima became a pivotal battleground during World War II, claiming the lives of a significant portion of US Marines—one in four casualties. The intense fighting forced the Leathernecks to reevaluate their strategies, grappling with a staggering one in three Marines sustaining injuries or death. This brutal conflict highlighted the harsh realities of warfare and the resilience required to adapt under fire.
Show
WWII Frontlines
Episode
S01E07
Air Date
Feb 12, 2021