The Pacific War in Color (2018)
S01E03 Island Hopping
Episode Overview
In 1943, under Admiral Nimitz's leadership, the United States pushes closer to Japan by launching a series of island-hopping campaigns across the Central Pacific. However, a brutal and challenging beginning at the Tarawa atoll compels military planners to completely rethink their strategies, leading to groundbreaking innovations and significant advancements. Featuring vivid combat footage and firsthand testimonies from those who lived through the conflict, this episode offers a personal glimpse into some of the most pivotal and costly battles of World War II.