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EPISODE · Jan 18, 2026 · 5 MIN

Why a Tiny Island Mattered So Much

from Get Sleepy History

In this episode, we explain why geography mattered more than size in the Pacific War. We break down how Iwo Jima fit into the US advance toward Japan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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