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Tanapag Plain, Saipan 1944-07-06 (9 others)

Overview:

Since the initial landings on 15th June, the three divisions of the V Amphibious Corps had been fighting continuously. The 2nd and 4th Marine Divisions and the 27th Division carried on fighting; the completion of their task was almost in sight. The Japanese forces were penned in the northern end of the island, and out of 30,000 enemy troops, it was estimated that only 5,000 to 7,000 were left, supported by one battalion of 77mm guns and up to twenty tanks. A main road ran northeast along the beach, leading from Tanapag to the north of Saipan. Just to the south of this junction was the most prominent landmark: a large coconut grove, with tall grass beneath the trees.

Defender: Japanese (Elements of the 165th Infantry Regiment)  

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