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Battle of Tarawa
1943 • Gilbertinseln Amphib. Op.
Historical Overview
First major US landing against heavy resistance.
Quick Facts
Outcome:US victory.
US Marine Corps
- Commander: Julian C. Smith
- Strength: 35000
- Casualties: 1027
Empire of Japan
- Commander: Keiji Shibazaki †
- Strength: 4800
- Casualties: 4690
Strategic Context
Testing amphibious doctrine in the Central Pacific.
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Historical Locations
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