On Mt. Suribachi, a marine uses a flamethrower against Japanese defenders holding out in a cave. Far below, LST-779 is the closest landing ship on Green Beach, making her a logical choice for a Marine in search of a large U.S. flag to plant atop Mt. Suribachi.
Categories: Combat
 
 
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