"Presents an analysis of the Battle of Iwo Jima conducted by the United States against the Japanese in February and March, 1945. Applications of the principles of war by each side are analyzed. Sample discussion questions are provided for use during group study of the battle." -- From the abstract.

In folder, 29 cm. "Submitted to the faculty in partial fulfillment of requirements for graduation."

Section I. Battle description. Introduction -- Background -- Planning and preparation -- Assault / Defense -- D-Day -- Capture of Mount Suribachi -- Drive to the north -- Final phase / mopping up -- Results / summary -- Section II. Analysis of the principles of war. Introduction – Objective -- Offensive -- Surprise -- Security -- Mass -- Economy of force -- Maneuver -- Timing and tempo -- Unity of command -- Simplicity -- Logistics -- Cohesion -- Summary -- Section III. Discussion Questions. Introduction -- Questions.