WWII in 60 Seconds – Episode 8: War in the Pacific – Island by Island

While Europe battled Hitler, the U.S. and Japan clashed across the vast Pacific — island by island. From the decisive victory at Midway to the brutal fighting at Iwo Jima and Okinawa, this episode explores how American forces closed in on Japan using a bold strategy called island hopping. Discover how this lesser-known side of WWII helped bring the war to Japan’s doorstep.