21 July 1944 Guam 3d Marine Division and 1st Provisional Marine Brigade assault the west coast of Guam and establish beachheads to the north and south of Orote Peninsula by the end of the day. Fighting would continue on Guam until the 3d Marine Division destroys and captures the last handful of Japanese tanks and reaches the northern coast on 10 August 1944. #OTD #WWII | National Museum of the Marine Corps

Today marks the anniversary of a pivotal moment in World War II history: The Battle of Guam's conclusion in 1944. Guam was a part of the Mariana and Palau Islands campaign and saw 18,500 Japanese defenders fiercely resist U.S. forces in brutal, close-quarters combat. This pivotal conflict showcased incredible bravery and sacrifice, ultimately leading to the liberation of Guam and establishing a key U.S. military presence in the Pacific. The National WWII Museum #wwii #usmc #battleofguam #pacific

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