Episode 97: Okinawa Begins: Operation Iceberg

Episode 97: Okinawa Begins: Operation Iceberg

June 3, 2026 · 44 min · Episode 97

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This episode discusses the US invasion of Okinawa in 1945, the largest amphibious landings in the Pacific theatre.

In today’s episode, we’re off to the vast expanses of the Pacific Ocean, to the small but strategically important island of Okinawa. The US invasion of the island in 1945 would be the largest amphibious landings in the Pacific theatre, and set the stage for the final phase of the war against Japan. Join our community! The steps are simple: - Visit:⁠ ⁠⁠https://both-sides-of-the-wire.com/⁠Select your rank – (Captain comes with one month free) - Fill in your details and use promo code: DEEPDARKWOODS - Enjoy ad-free podcasts and exclusive content with us! - Don’t forget, you can change your tier, upgrade or cancel at any time. Thanks so much for your support! Support via Paypal: ⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow-paypal⁠ E-Mail: ⁠⁠both-sides@battleguide.co.uk⁠⁠ Website: ⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/bsow⁠ Battle Guide YouTube Channel:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@BattleGuideVT⁠ Our WW1 Podcast: ⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/nsq⁠ If you want to keep your finger on the pulse of what the team at Battle Guide have been getting up to, why not sign up to our monthly newsletter: ⁠⁠https://battleguide.co.uk/newsletter BlueSky: @jessealexander.bsky.social ⁠Twitter: ⁠@BattleguideVT⁠ Credits: - Host: Prof…

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Hosts: Prof. Dr. Matthias Strohn, Jesse Alexander

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