Marine tanks from three battalions provided much-needed support in all phases of the battle for Iwo Jima. Flame tanks especially were "worth their weight in gold." Tank losses were high due to mines and improvised explosive devices (IEDs). Tank warfare on Iwo Jima was unlike anything the Marines had experienced before or after.

Includes black and white photos with detailed captions, color illustrations, color movie frames, and Tank Battalion "After Action Report" excerpts. Soft cover. 96 pages.