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The Marine Corps is commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima during a 36-day-long observance, Feb. 19 – March 2, 2020. This year’s theme, “We are Iwo,” honors the efforts and sacrifices of all service members, reflects on the power of teamwork, and celebrates the adaptation, resilience and readiness still embodied in today’s Marines. For a descriptive transcript text document of this production, contact Kim Hardison at kimberly.hardison@usmc.mil.

This video package commemorates the history of the 3rd Marine Division landing on Iwo Jima on Feb. 24, 1945. The Battle of Iwo Jima, officially named Operation Detachment, lasted 36 days and claimed the lives of 1,131 and wounded another 4,438 of 3rd Marine Division Marines and Sailors. Video narrated by 1st Lt. James A. Cimino, the Headquarters Company Executive Officer. Historical footage captured by military cameramen during the battle of Iwo Jima. (U.S. Marine Corps video edited by Staff Sgt. Albert J. Carls)

The Commandant and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps reflect on the 75th anniversary of the battle of Iwo Jima. The Commandant wants all Marines to take a moment to remember the courage and sacrifice of all of our Iwo Jima and World War II veterans, per ALMAR 02-20. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Staff Sgt. James R. Skelton)

Veterans from the Battle of Iwo Jima visited Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton for a tour of the installation, Feb. 13, 2020. The tour was hosted ahead of a ceremony commemorating the 75th anniversary of the battle. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Dylan Chagnon)