Japan had claimed Iwo Jima as its own since 1875 -- and had been preparing for the Marines' invasion for several months. After 36 excruciatingly long and dangerous days and nights on an island ...

IWO-TO, Japan (AP) — Japan’s Emperor Naruhito visited Iwo Jima on Monday and paid tribute ... the Bay of Pigs Invasion Dog reunites with Israeli family after disappearing for 18 months in ...