I read Robert Leibold's message about Okinawa being overshadowed by Iwo-Jima.
Being yesterday was the Iwo anniversary! I couldn't agree with Robert more. Local newspapers had stories and interviews on TV with the remaining Iwo vets. You rarely? if ever, see this done about any other battle in the Pacific. Speaking with WW2 veterans - Its almost as if, you weren't at Iwo, you weren't in the war. Obviously with the flag raising and the recent films, it is at the forefront. It gets too much publicity, Two WW2 1st Marine Division "Okinawa" Veterans recently confided this to me. Just Venting.

I would to get some information on my fathers unit while he was in WW 2. He was in the 2nd Div and while he was island he was in Love Co, 3rd Batt, 6th marines. When I look up the islands he fought on there is no reference to 2nd Div L36. Could you help me out with some information?

Thank you

Please note:

I am looking for information on my uncle, Charles Hawkins. I know he was with the Marines during its assault on Okinawa, but I do not know what division or regiment he was in. If in your research you find any information about him, I would appreciate it.

Thanks,

James F. Guy