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This documentary relives the key moments of the brutal and decisive 82-day Battle of Okinawa, one of the bloodiest campaigns of World War II in the Pacific. Witness the initial American landing, the fierce battles in the mountainous Shuri Line, and the relentless downpour of the rainy season that brought new torment to the ground troops. Through rare archival footage, we examine the strategies of American General Buckner and Japanese General Ushima, and the crucial decisions that ultimately tipped the fate of this pivotal battle - including the one big mistake the Japanese made. Learn how the immense scale and strategic complexity of the Battle of Okinawa underscored the critical role of naval power and thoughtful command in the Pacific Theater War Stories is your one-stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts.

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82 Days In Hell: The Bloody Story Of The Battle Of Okinawa
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Society
Runtime
53 minutes
Language
English
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War Stories

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