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Battle of Peleliu
1944 • Palau-Inseln Invasionskrieg
Historical Overview
Brutal fighting over cave systems and coral ridges.
Quick Facts
Outcome:US victory.
US Marine Corps
- Commander: William Rupertus
- Strength: 28000
- Casualties: 2336
Empire of Japan
- Commander: Kunio Nakagawa †
- Strength: 11000
- Casualties: 10695
Strategic Context
Securing the flank for the invasion of the Philippines.
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Historical Locations
Exact location not recorded in historical records













