Return to the Philippines. Okinawa, the last battle.
Notes:
Title on box: World War II : The war chronicles. Hosted by Patrick O'Neal.
Contents:
The return to the Philippines -- Okinawa, the last battle.
Summary:
Combining graphic combat footage and expert commentary, this is a commanding view of the battles and strategy, the men and machines, and the horror and heroism that marked World War II. [Episode 1] Heavy Naval bombardment signaled American penetration of the Japanese-occupied Philippines in a battle for the territory's liberation. [Episode 2] The American Army and Marines moved toward the Japanese island beaches for the ultimate battle of World War II at Okinawa.
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