US Forces Move Across Iwo Jima

The video details a historic battle involving a heroic gunner, the capture of prisoners, and significant casualties. It highlights the preparation for an attack on Mount Solar Bacci, the logistical challenges faced due to volcanic sand, and the high casualty rates experienced by the Marines. The narrative underscores the intensity and historical significance of the battle in Marine Corps history.

What was the expected outcome for most Japanese soldiers on Iwo Jima?

• They would be evacuated by their own forces.

• They would fight to the death.

• They would leave the island under their own power.

• They would surrender peacefully.

What was the main focus of the preparations mentioned in the second section?

• Building new military bases.

• Negotiating a peace treaty.

• Launching an attack on Mount Suribachi.

• Evacuating civilians from the island.

How is the battle described in terms of Marine Corps history?

• A routine operation with minimal challenges.

• The toughest battle in 168 years of Marine Corps history.

• A minor skirmish with little significance.

• The easiest battle in recent history.

What made the operation a nightmare for supply experts?

• The constant enemy attacks.

• The lack of available resources.

• The unpredictable weather conditions.

• The soft volcanic sand.

What was the casualty rate during the first 58 hours of fighting?

• Three casualties every two minutes.

• Ten casualties every minute.

• Five casualties every hour.

• One casualty every hour.