Okinawa: The Last Battle

Okinawa: The Last Battle is a detailed account of the largest amphibious assault of the Pacific Theater during World War II, providing a first-hand perspective on the 82-day battle that resulted in over 20,000 American lives lost and over 75,000 Japanese killed.

Written by four soldiers who witnessed the action, this book takes readers through the preparations for the invasion, major conflicts at the beachhead, breaking through defenses surrounding Shuri, and overcoming last-ditch counter-offenses of the Japanese.

With a focus on the brutal and inhumane nature of the battle, this book is a must-listen for anyone interested in the Pacific Theater and the United States Marines and Army's victory over the Japanese in the last few months of the war.