Battle of Okinawa
Definition
The Battle of Okinawa, fought in 1945, was one of the last major battles of World War II. It involved intense ground and naval combat with heavy casualties on both sides.
Analogy
Imagine playing an extremely long and intense video game level that takes hours or even days to complete. That's similar to how grueling and drawn-out the Battle of Okinawa was for both sides involved.
Related terms
Pacific Theater: This term refers to all military actions that took place in the Pacific Ocean, its islands, and Asia during World War II.
Amphibious Warfare: This type of warfare involves attacking enemy land positions using naval ships as launching points for troops who then fight on land.
Casualties of War: Casualties refer to those killed, wounded, captured or missing during wartime.
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