Battle of Iwo Jima

The Battle of Iwo Jima was a battle in the Pacific Theater of World War II. It took place on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima. It took placed from February 19, 1945 to March 26, 1945. It was fought between the US Marine Corps (with support from the US Navy) against the Imperial Japanese Army.

Engagements

 * Flag Raising Over Iwo Jima: After clearing Mount Suribachi, a detachment of US Marines raised the American flag over Iwo Jima. A photograph of the event has become one of the most important cultural icons in American history.