The Battle of Okinawa, code named Operation Iceberg, started April 1, 1945--75 years ago today. It was the largest amphibious assault in World War II’s Pacific Theater with more than 200,000 U.S. service members. More than 12,000 Americans died during the battle. | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

1 April 1945 - Battle of Okinawa Begins Today marks the 80th anniversary of the beginning of the largest amphibious assault of the Pacific War, the Battle of Okinawa, or "Operation Iceberg." #OTD in 1945, over 182,000 U.S. troops—including three Marine divisions, four Army divisions, and the U.S. Navy—launched the assault on Okinawa, fighting fiercely for 82 days in what would become one of WWII's bloodiest battles. 📍Visit us today to explore the World War II Gallery and learn more about this c

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