Event Mariana and Palau Islands campaign

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Was an offensive launched by United States forces against Imperial Japanese forces in the Mariana Islands and Palau in the Pacific Ocean between June and November 1944 during the Pacific War.

Chronology

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  • August 1944: At the end of August 1944, the Mariana Islands were in Allied hands.
  • November 1944: Japanese resistance in Peleliu (Palaus Islands) ends.
  • October 1944: American forces overcome Japanese opposition on Angaur.
  • July 1944: Battle of Saipan: American forces occupy the Island.
  • August 1944: Tinian is occupied by American forces.

Selected Sources

  • Williams, M.H. (1989): United States army in World War II - Special Studies - Chronology 1941-1945, p. 227
  • Williams, M.H. (1989): United States army in World War II - Special Studies - Chronology 1941-1945, p. 339
  • Williams, M.H. (1989): United States army in World War II - Special Studies - Chronology 1941-1945, p.308
  • Williams, M.H. (1989): United States army in World War II - Special Studies - Chronology 1941-1945, pp.240-241