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Corregidor 1945: Repossessing The Rock https://lnkd.in/dtSQYvDY A detailed and fascinating exploration of the 1945 US combined land, naval and air operation to retake Corregidor and the other Japanese-held islands in Manila Bay from a determined and well-entrenched enemy. The islands guarding the entrance to Manila Bay, Luzon, had been seized by the Japanese in May 1942. In February 1945, US forces were back, and closed in on Manila from the north and south against heavy Japanese resistance. A joint US parachute and amphibious assault was planned to capture the largest island Corregidor, using the much-reinforced 503rd PRCT and elements of the 24th Infantry Division and 2nd Engineer Special Brigade. Facing them were over 6,000 Japanese troops recently evacuated from Bataan, where they had been cut off by advancing US forces. General MacArthur desired the island, once a symbol of American defiance, to be liberated with a flourish. This superbly illustrated work examines the ambitious US assault on Corregidor, which witnessed the most dangerous and risky parachute drop in airborne history, and vicious, desperate fighting by the defenders as they sought to prevent American troops from taking the island. It also covers the recapture of other islands defending Manila Bay: El Fraile/Fort Drum, Caballo, and Car #historia #history #historiamilitar #militaryhistory #guerra #war #libros #librosrecomendados

Taiwan’s AH-64E Apaches, Thunderbolt-2000 To ‘Breathe Fire’ In Massive Live-Fire Drills In A Stern Message To China Facing rising threats and persistent air and naval maneuvers from China, Taiwan will hold a series of rare live-fire military drills in March and August in southern Taiwan’s Pingtung region. The aim is to thwart incoming Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) and Marines landing in amphibious landing ships. China has long practiced and rehearsed sea-to-shore...

On this day in 1945, #Marines and #Sailors from the 1st and 6th Marine Divisions and US Army #Soldiers landed on the shores of Okinawa. Situated just 400 miles from the Japanese mainland, Okinawa was strategically and symbolically important for the Allies. Once captured, it could be used as a staging point to conduct air attacks, amphibious landings, and host headquarters and reserve elements if it became necessary to conduct an invasion of the Japanese mainland. Codenamed Operation Iceberg, the invasion began with an amphibious landing, which found the Marines fighting against a heavily reinforced, well-resourced, and extremely motivated enemy force. Japanese forces had turned the island’s dense jungles into seemingly endless danger zones. The Marines used naval artillery barrages, flame throwers, and every weapon in their arsenal to rout the entrenched enemy. By the end of June, American forces were finally able to declare the island secure, but at a cost of over 49,000 casualties, including more than 12,500 Marines, Soldiers, and Sailors killed. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 The naval service earned 13 Medals of Honor during the Battle of Okinawa, with 10 Marines and 3 Navy Corpsmen receiving the nation’s highest award for valor. 🇺🇸 The Battle of Okinawa was the last major battle of World War II and the bloodiest battle of the Pacific campaign. Seventy-nine years after the Battle of Okinawa, Japan now stands as one of the United States’ most entrusted Allies and a vital partner in the Indo-Pacific region🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

While military modernization is a nation's right, rapid buildups can raise red flags, especially in regions already facing disputes. China's modernization efforts, coinciding with tensions in the South China Sea and with India and the US, are a prime example. This doesn't guarantee war, but it highlights the importance of peaceful resolutions and dialogue to avoid conflict. #Geopolitics #GlobalAffairs #NationalSecurity #InternationalRelations #SupplyChain #Trade #Economics #GlobalTrade #Defense #ForeignPolicy #StrategicCompetition

Something to be extra thankful for... 🦃 #nuclearfleet homecomings. ⚓ 🏔 Sailors man the rails on the flight deck as the US Navy’s only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), returns to Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan, following a six-month deployment in the Indo-Pacific region. During Ronald Reagan’s deployment, the ship conducted multinational exercises with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, Royal Australian Navy, Indonesian Navy, and Republic of Korea Navy and visited Vietnam, Republic of Korea, and the Philippines. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region. #teamnavalreactors | #unmatchedpropulsion | #peoplegetthingsdone

Not sure where to start when trying to improve your CAC's military partnership?? Download the Getting Started with Military Partnerships Guide for CACs from the National Children's Alliance and follow the SEVEN STEP process. 👇 ✨ 💻: https://lnkd.in/gmxtpHiy #MilitaryCACs #militaryfamilies #VeteransDay

India Charts New Course With INS Jatayu; Lakshadweep Welcomes The Indian Navy is set to commission a new naval base, INS Jatayu, on Minicoy Island on March 6, marking a significant step in enhancing security infrastructure in the strategically important Lakshadweep Islands. This move is part of the government’s plan to incrementally boost military presence and security infrastructure in the region. According to The Economic Times, Minicoy Island in the Lakshadweep archipelago, holds immense importance due to its location along vital sea lines of communication. The establishment of INS Jatayu will not only enhance the Navy’s operational capabilities but also serve as a pivotal point for anti-piracy and anti-narcotics operations in the western Arabian Sea. https://lnkd.in/gKEvB5k6 #india #charts #newcourse #INSjatayu #lakshadweep #welcomes #minicoyisland #security #military #presence #navy #navylife #operations #antipiracy #antinarcotics #arabiansea #travel #traveling #traveladvisor #travelindustry #travelagent TraveLICE TraveLICE Customercare

US-Philippines Navy Deploy Mysterious Jet and 2,700 Marines to South China Sea In a recent development, a mysterious jet from the US-Philippines Navy was sighted in the South China Sea, accompanied by a deployment of 2,700 Marines. The sudden rush of military presence in this strategic region has sparked speculation and raised concerns about potential tensions in the area. The purpose and objectives of this deployment remain shrouded in mystery, fueling rumors and prompting questions about the intentions of the US-Philippines Navy. The South China Sea is a hotly contested area with various territorial disputes among neighboring countries, making any military movement a matter of international interest and vigilance. The presence of this jet and thousands of Marines signals a significant shift in the security dynamics of the region, with implications for regional stability and security. As the situation continues to unfold, observers are closely monitoring the unfolding events and preparing for potential developments in this critical maritime theater.

As U.S. military installations age, they need to be updated, modernized — and in some instances replaced entirely — to meet the needs of the modern military. https://lnkd.in/e5iVayHn

USS Bataan, USS Carter Hall arrive in eastern Mediterranean after Middle East stint By ALISON BATH STARS AND STRIPES • December 29, 2023 Read more at: https://lnkd.in/eNnARsS2 Source - Stars and Stripes USS Bataan and Allies: The USS Bataan, along with USS Carter Hall and USNS Medgar Evers, conducted operations in the Mediterranean Sea, after nearly five months in the Persian Gulf countering Iranian interference with commercial shipping. 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit: Over 3,000 sailors and Marines of the 26th MEU were deployed to the Middle East on Aug. 6, following Iran’s attempts to seize oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman. USS Gerald R. Ford’s Deployment: The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford has been on duty in the Mediterranean for nearly eight months, with its deployment extended to support U.S. efforts in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Secretary of Defense’s Statement: Lloyd Austin emphasized the need for a rules-based order for international security during heightened conflict1. Additionally, the page mentions various U.S. Navy activities and updates on military policies and community events. Reference: stripes.com https://lnkd.in/excv-b5H #ussbataan #26thmeu #marineexpeditionaryunit #usmarines #usnavy #starsandstripes