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EPISODE · Jan 18, 2026 · 5 MIN

How Okinawa Became WWII’s Deadliest Battle

from American History: Tellers of Stories and Events

In this episode, we explain how Okinawa escalated into the bloodiest battle of World War II and why both sides refused to retreat. We look at the strategies, terrain, and decisions that turned the island into a prolonged slaughter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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