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Japanese Landed
The Japanese army landed on Peleliu before the U.S. Marines did. -
Battle Starts
The Marines landed on Peleliu. -
1st and 7th Marines Got Stuck
These Marines got stuck, but the 5th Marines pushed on. -
1st Marines Pushed Forward
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1st Marines Got To "Bloody Nose Ridge"
'Bloody Nose Ridge' is a coral ridge. It now has a memorial for the Marines that died. -
5th Marines reached Eastern Side of Peleliu
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5th and 7th Marines Reach Two of Their Goals
1] Securing the airfield
2] Securing the southern part of the island -
Reached Northern Part of Peleliu
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Started To Use Flame Throwers
Japanese fighters increased in defense, so Marines started to use flame throwers and bombs. -
Started To Use Bombs
Japanese fighters increased in defense, so Marines started to use flame throwers and bombs. -
Most of Peleliu in American Hands
Only 400-900 square yards are in Japanese hands. -
Battle Ends
America wins and saves Peleliu!!!
