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The Story of the Battle of Guam 1944 Eps 2 - By July 25, 1944, American forces were beginning to address their supply and organization and landing defense battalions. But fighting continued to seal off the neck of the Orote Peninsula. WWII veteran Gene Bell, shared his memory as the liberation campaign progressed in Guam. | Visit Guam

Today marks the anniversary of a pivotal moment in World War II history: The Battle of Guam's conclusion in 1944. Guam was a part of the Mariana and Palau Islands campaign and saw 18,500 Japanese defenders fiercely resist U.S. forces in brutal, close-quarters combat. This pivotal conflict showcased incredible bravery and sacrifice, ultimately leading to the liberation of Guam and establishing a key U.S. military presence in the Pacific. The National WWII Museum #wwii #usmc #battleofguam #pacific

Assaulting the Marianas - The Battle of Guam 75th Anniversary July 21 - August 10, 1944 The Second Battle of Guam, which was originally scheduled to begin on June 18, 1944, actually began on July 21 due to the heavy fighting still raging on the nearby island of Saipan. Guam, a territorial possession of the United States since 1899, was captured by the Japanese on the morning of December 10, 1941. It would remain under Japanese control until American forces recaptured it after a 21-day campaign.