The Battle of Tarawa Atoll was the first American offensive in the central Pacific region, fought from November 20-23, 1943, as part of Operation Galvanic. The US Marine Corps clashed with Japan for four days, resulting in nearly 1,000 American Marine deaths and 2,000 wounded. Despite the heavy toll, only 17 Japanese soldiers surrendered, while nearly 4,700 defenders of the island suffered casualties. This Academy Award-winning documentary showcases authentic, never-before-seen footage and graphic images of warfare taken by combat cameramen.
With the Marines at Tarawa
The documentary "Bloodied Beaches: The Epic Struggle for Tarawa" recounts the brutal and intense battle between American and Japanese forces on the small Pacific island of Tarawa during World War II.
