Event Volcano and Ryukyu Islands campaign

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Was an Allied military campaign in the Volcano Islands and Ryukyu Islands during World War II.

Chronology

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  • March 1945: After a final attack by Japanese forces, Iwo Jima is captured and occupied. At 08:00 of 26 March 1945 American General Chaney assumes title of Island Commander.
  • June 1945: U.S. Tenth Army completes capture of Okinawa.

Selected Sources

  • Williams, M.H. (1989): United States army in World War II - Special Studies - Chronology 1941-1945, p.548
  • Williams, M.H. (1989): United States army in World War II - Special Studies - Chronology 1941-1945, pp. 455-456