Reblogged from pacificparatrooper:
"Operation Iceberg," the invasion of Okinawa began on 1 April 1945 and would basically end 22 June. Many are unaware that small skirmishes continued even after the 11th Airborne Division landed on that island. But ... as we enter into July, others matters begin to develop.
Harry S. Truman did not have the outstanding record that most people look for in a president.
About the Postdam Conference and a whole lot more...



Politics is not exactly my milieu, so a lot of research had to go into it, then condense it and try not to make it too boring. I appreciate the nod of approval by re-blogging – you’re a gem.
I knew about that part of history.
Your post is a gem!