Join us for our upcoming webinar series commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima. In this three-part series from late-February to late-March, go beyond the famous flag raising to explore the landings and the intense five-week battle that ensued, costing nearly 7,000 American lives. Delve into the Museum’s extensive collection, including photographs and oral histories from the Digital Collections site, and encounter unique stories of strength, survival, and perseverance on the volcanic island. Viewers will have the opportunity to ask questions and participate in polls throughout all of the programs.

Price:
$10 per webinar for non-members; free for members

Package:
Purchase remaining two programs as a package for $15!

Part One: Landings and Flag Raising — Thursday, February 26th at 12:00 pm CT
This live program already occurred. But if you purchase the package, you'll receive the recording of this first program to prepare you for the other two.

Part Two: Valor and Sacrifice — Thursday, March 12th at 12:00 pm CT
Learn about the impregnable Japanese fortifications, caves, and tunnels and the slow capture of the critical airfields on the central and northern parts of the island. Explore the important role of the Navy and the American Indian code talkers in the advance of the battle through the Museum's collection and expert staff. Examine the Marine's bloody pursuit of the Japanese and eventual overtaking of the area known as the "meat grinder."

Part Three: Victory and Legacy — Thursday, March 26th at 12:00 pm CT
Explore the final phases of the operation, and the last, desperate banzai attempts of the Japanese army to attack the battle-worn Marines. Learn about the importance of the island in the overall bombing strategy for the remainder of the war and why the Marines on Iwo Jima will always be remembered for exhibiting "uncommon valor" as a "common virtue."