The ‘Battle of Okinawa’ was a major battle that took place on the island of Okinawa, Japan, during World War 2. The battle was fought between the United States Marines and the Japanese Imperial Army. The battle lasted for three months, and it was one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific Theater. The Marines were eventually victorious, but the battle was costly, with over 50,000 American casualties. The Battle of Okinawa was a major turning point in the Pacific War, and it helped to pave the way for the Allied victory.