<p>In this episode, we explain why Iwo Jima was essential to the US war strategy in the Pacific. We break down how its location changed air power, bombing range, and survival rates for pilots.</p>

In this episode, we explain why Iwo Jima was essential to the US war strategy in the Pacific. We break down how its location changed air power, bombing range, and survival rates for pilots.

Why the US Needed Iwo Jima

American History Teller Show takes listeners inside the events, people, and forces that shaped the United States. Each episode breaks down a key moment in America’s past, showing how it unfolded, why it mattered, and how it changed the country. The show reveals the real stories behind famous turning points, forgotten chapters, and the ongoing ideas that define American life.

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Why the US Needed Iwo Jima

Why the US Needed Iwo Jima