Icky boo boo test Flashcards
What was the opinion of the people of the United States? Were they happy about the Battle of Tarawa or upset that it happened?
The citizens were upset and thought it unnecessary while the commanders believed that the Battle was an important step in taking down Japanese Defenses.
What was the initial goal that the Battle of Tarawa was the first step in reaching? Was the goal accomplished? Do you think all the casualties were worth it in the end?
The initial US plan was to invade the Gilbert Islands called Operation Galvanic. -Student Opinion-
What was Guadalcanal’s strategic significance?
Guadalcanal had an airfield and was close enough to attack an allied supply route, so the United States sought to take it.
Why did the United States take Henderson Field on Guadalcanal? and what did the US use it for?
Henderson Field was not only a threat to the Allied supply route but by the United States taking it, they would be able to cover the supply route from the skies.
Why did the U.S. deem it necessary to capture and secure the island of Okinawa?
With control over Okinawa, the U.S. would have the ability to freely perform strategic airstrikes on the Japanese mainland without having to worry about fueling complications.
Why did Japan initiate operation Ten-Go? Was it successful?
Considered to be a suicide mission, the operation’s objective was to buy time by slowing down the advancing American navy. However it failed miserably as American aircraft obliterated it.
What were the specially trained Philippine Soldiers called?
Philippine scouts
During the Bataan death march, why was it important to not only the people of the Philippines but America?
There were American soldiers and nurses trapped on the island
What is the name of the scientist who developed the first ever atomic bomb
J. Robbert Oppenheimer
Was the United States justified in using the atomic weapons?
What was the famous photo that was taken during the battle of Iwo Jima a photo of
Four marines raising an American flag on mount sarabachi
Why was Iwo Jima important in taking Japan
To better support allied bombers and airmen with supplies and forces
Recapture Of The Philippines
Was This battle a success?
This battle was a success and boosted moral for the allies and japan taking the philippines from the USA and the philippines were the biggest failures of the united states marines so retaking it was a symbolical moment
Would losing more soldiers a concern or more financial
USA lost more money than soldiers and this was a big concern but on the other hand japan lost almost half million soldiers from combat and from lack of money most died from starvation and diseases
What was Japan’s strategy for defending Peleliu?
The Japanese hid in caves and other rock structures
