Iwo Jima
About this item
Description |
Combat footage from the American invasion of Iwo Jima is used to sell War Bonds as part of the 7th War Loan. This 36-day assault resulted in heavy casualties on both sides. However, the successful invasion gave the Allied forces crucial airfields and crippled Japan’s warning system. |
Creator |
U.S. Marine Corps U.S. Treasury Department War Finance Department |
Date Issued |
1945 |
Original Format |
16mm print |
Duration |
03:27 |
Color/Black & White |
B&W |
Sound/Silent |
sound |
Nation of Origin |
U.S. |
Geographic Coverage |
Iwo Jima, Japan |