Re: Fw: [OM] OM vs. Leica, Iwo Jima Flag

[W. J. Liles]

John A. Lind wrote:

> Not true.  You misinterpreted what I wrote and I don't believe you have an
> understanding of military combat operations.  The first flag was raised on
> orders from a ground commmander on the island.  The fighting was quite
> intense and the U.S. invasion force had by no means gained the upper hand
> yet.  Indeed, it was very early on in the battle for the island.  Its sole
> purpose was to inspire the U.S. ground forces and demoralize the Japanese
> defenders.
>

Very well said John.  Thank you

Jerry Liles
Maj MC
USA


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