Today in History: April 1, US forces invade Okinawa during World War II

Also on this date, Apple Computer was founded by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne.

Two images show the invasion of Okinawa by U.S. infantrymen — Landing craft with U.S. infantrymen aboard heading into beach on April 1, 1945, during the invasion of Okinawa against Japanese forces. (AP Photo)

By Associated Press

UPDATED: April 1, 2025 at 1:03 AM PDT

American forces launched the amphibious invasion of Okinawa during World War II.

Subscribe to continue reading this article.

Already subscribed? To log in, click here.

Originally Published: April 1, 2025 at 1:00 AM PDT

Most Popular

Supervisor E.J. Crandell gives an update on District 3 at the Judge’s Breakfast in Clearlake
Supervisor E.J. Crandell gives an update on District 3 at the Judge’s Breakfast in Clearlake
Arden Fire destroys 2 Lake County outbuildings; evacuation warnings lifted
Arden Fire destroys 2 Lake County outbuildings; evacuation warnings lifted
Best budget laptops for students and remote work
Best budget laptops for students and remote work
News Briefs
News Briefs
The best gaming keyboard
The best gaming keyboard
Best cellphone stands for hands-free viewing anywhere
Best cellphone stands for hands-free viewing anywhere
Charlie Brown and Snoopy offer an animated ‘Peanuts’ musical about summer camp
Charlie Brown and Snoopy offer an animated ‘Peanuts’ musical about summer camp
On the Democratic protests in Texas and Nebraska
On the Democratic protests in Texas and Nebraska

Page was generated in 1.9940519332886