Command of Iwo Jima8 June 1944
Kuribayashi takes command of the Iwo Jima garrison and develops a defense based on caves, tunnels, and mutually supporting positions.
Historical person
Tadamichi Kuribayashi Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Tadamichi Kuribayashi, based on 3 World History Database records associated with Japan.
3 records1944–19453 events1 places
Chronological biography
1944
1945
Defense of Iwo Jima19 February 1945
Kuribayashi holds much of his fire until American Marines are ashore, then opens a coordinated defense from concealed positions.
Final Attack on Iwo Jima26 March 1945
Kuribayashi's remaining troops launch a final attack near the northern end of Iwo Jima before organized resistance ends.
Titles and roles
Lieutenant General
Record provenance
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