Battle of Iwo Jima/Definition

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A definition or brief description of Battle of Iwo Jima.

An exceptionally vicious battle, fought in February 1945, which solidified the U.S. strategic bombing of Japan by providing a closer island base, which both could support P-51 escort fighters and provide an emergency landing field for damage B-29 bombers