Okinawa Landing
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In this Universal Newsreel report from April 9, 1945, Pacific Fleet Commander Admiral Nimitz sends an armada of 1,400 vessels to Okinawa in the Ryukyu Islands of southern Japan.
This Current Flashback shows U.S. troops as they make their journey to Japan and 1,400 ships prepare attack with naval guns and rocket barrages, resulting in the civilian surrender.
This Current Flashback shows U.S. troops as they make their journey to Japan and 1,400 ships prepare attack with naval guns and rocket barrages, resulting in the civilian surrender.
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Riskid
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seems like a ..... quick and peaceful victory. USA! USA! USA! USA!
- 5 years ago
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Riskid
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jyeh
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Want to know more about the war? U.S. History class not enough? Well this clip has some great info and footage- in color!
- 5 years ago
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jyeh
