Event

The Battle of Iwo Jima

National Mall and Memorial Parks

Fee:

Free.

Location:

World War II (meet ranger at the main entrance)

Dates & Times

Date:

Saturday, March 29, 2025

Time:

2:00 PM, 4:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour

Type of Event

Talk

Description

One of the most heroic and brutal battles of World War II was the Battle for Iwo Jima.  The raising of the flag on Mount Suribachi by the U.S. Marine Corps has become an indelible symbol of the U.S. Marines and their victory in the Second World War.  Join Park Ranger Matthew Furman as he gives a detailed account of the causes and impact of this pivotal battle. 

Reservation or Registration: No


Contact Information

Ranger Matthew Furman
(240) 882-8290