71st anniversary of fierce WW II ground battle of Okinawa
Okinawa … News Time
Japan war is being fought bloody battles at the end of World War II in Okinawa, Okinawa Prefecture, close to 71 years to complete. Organized by Japanese troops against US troops in the prefecture Day is celebrated on June 23 anniversary of the end of military operations. The war had destroyed a quarter of the population of the prefecture. Autumn people attended a prayer ceremony close to 4 thousand 700 Peace Memorial Park City. The ceremony was held in Japan, Ambassador Caroline Kennedy took part. Afternoon Twelve were silent for a moment.
