The Battle Site of 1945 refers to two major battles that took place during World War II: the Battle of Okinawa and the Battle of Iwo Jima. The Battle of Okinawa was fought from April 1 to June 22, 1945, between the United States and the Empire of Japan. It was the largest amphibious assault in the Pacific War and resulted in a decisive victory for the United States. The Battle of Iwo Jima was fought from February 19 to March 26, 1945, between the United States and the Empire of Japan. It was one of the bloodiest battles of the war and resulted in a decisive victory for the United States. Both battles were fought on islands in the Pacific Ocean and are remembered as some of the most significant battles of World War II.