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Hell In The Central Pacific 1944 The Palau Islands Jon Diamond
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Hell In The Central Pacific 1944 The Palau Islands Jon Diamond

In September 1944, in order to prevent Japanese air intervention against General MacArthur's planned invasion of the Southern Philippines, the Americans attacked Peleliu and Angaur in the Palau group,...

In September 1944, in order to prevent Japanese air intervention against General MacArthur's planned invasion of the Southern Philippines, the Americans attacked Peleliu and Angaur in the Palau group, in the Western Carolines. Admiral Halsey, commander of the US Third Fleet, was concerned that the heavily fortified positions of Palau would come at a high...

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  • Cover Cover Soft
  • Year of publication Year of publication 2020
  • Publisher Publisher Pen & Sword Books
Genre: World History History of America
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In September 1944, in order to prevent Japanese air intervention against General MacArthur's planned invasion of the Southern Philippines, the Americans attacked Peleliu and Angaur in the Palau group, in the Western Carolines. Admiral Halsey, commander of the US Third Fleet, was concerned that the heavily fortified positions of Palau would come at a high cost to the III Amphibious Corps which included the 1st Marine Division and the 81st Infantry Division.

While Angaur fell within four days, the Japanese fiercely resisted on Peleliu using their underground fortifications on the Umurbrogol Ridge which overlooked the airfield. Only after more than two months of intense fighting were the Americans finally able to control the island. Despite the heavy cost, the benefits of this fierce victory were questionable. Ultimately, Mindanao and other islands in the Southern Philippines were bypassed by MacArthur in favor of a direct attack on Leyte on October 20. However, as attested by the graphic images and well-researched text, the courage and determination shown by the attacking American forces cannot be disputed.

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Publisher
Pen & Sword Books
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Type
Testimonial
Theme
World History, History of America
Language
English
Subtitle
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Cover
Soft
Number of Pages
240
Release Date
27/08/2020
Publication Date
2020
Dimensions
18.4x23.5 cm
ISBN-13
9781526762160

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