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The Battle of Iwo Jima was a turning point in the Pacific War. The United States victory on Iwo Jima gave the Allies a strategic advantage in the Pacific theater. The island of Iwo Jima was a critical location for the Japanese because it was located just 750 miles from Tokyo. The Japanese military used Iwo Jima as an airbase to launch attacks on American ships and planes. The United States knew that it was important to take control of Iwo Jima in order to protect its own forces and to weaken the Japanese military. The Battle of Iwo Jima was one of the bloodiest battles of the Pacific War. The American forces suffered over 26,000 casualties, including over 6,800 deaths. The Japanese forces suffered over 21,000 casualties, including over 20,000 deaths. The Battle of Iwo Jima was a victory for the United States, but it came at a high cost. The Battle of Iwo Jima is remembered as a symbol of American courage and determination. The American flag raised on Mount Suribachi became an iconic image of the war. The Battle of Iwo Jima also showed the world the power of the United States military. The United States emerged from the Battle of Iwo Jima as the dominant military power in the Pacific.
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