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

The Battle of Okinawa, which ended 74 years ago today, was one of the last major battles of World War II. It was also one of the bloodiest battles of the war. | PennLive.com

As the deadly Battle in Okinawa rages on, a growing number of U.S. troops begin to go down with what the military calls 'non-battle injuries' and what troops termed the 'Thousand Yard Stare.' 🎥Pacific War in Color | Smithsonian Channel Aviation Nation