Iwo Jima: Memories in Sand (2002)
Directed by Beret E. Strong / John Tweedy
Genres - War |
Sub-Genres - Biography, Military & War, Interpersonal Relationships, Sociology |
Run Time - 30 min. |
Countries - United States |
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Synopsis
American and Japanese veterans of the World War II battle on the Pacific island reflect on the physical and emotional toll of the struggle. The campaign to control the small island lasted 33 days and left 6000 Americans and 20,000 Japanese dead.
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anniversary, battle [war], bombing, casualties, honor [recognition], Japan, journey, Marines, reconciliation, reflection [thought], remembrance, return, survivor, veteran [military], world-war