A World War II US Navy veteran who witnessed the raising of the United States flag at Iwo Jima has died on the way to a D-Day commemoration event in France. Robert Persichitti, 102, passed away on ...

The famous photograph of six marines raising the American flag on Mount Suribachi was deleted this month on orders from US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. The removal sparked diplomatic tensions ...

The battle inspired movies and books but is perhaps best associated with one of the most famous photos of World War II — ...

(WTNH) — Dignitaries from the federal government, military officials, and families of those killed in the World War II battle of Iwo ... raised the American flag in March 1945.

They discuss the tactical importance of Iwo Jima, the battle itself and its outcomes, including that famous image of the marines raising the US flag. Produced by Sophie Gee. Edited by Aidan Lonergan.

The U.S. Defense Department said Wednesday that it was working to restore a deleted webpage hosting an iconic photo of six Marines hoisting an American flag ... fought in World War II that were ...