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"IWO JIMA MONUMENTS - The Untold Story In 1945 there was an Original Wartime-Built IWO JIMA MONUMENT unveiled in front of the old Department of the Navy Building on Constitution Avenue in Washington, DC. The flag raising atop Mt. Suribachi on Iwo Jima has become one of the most powerful images of the 20th century. A sacred symbol of the U.S. Marine Corps, it is also regarded as one of the most recognizable images in the world. ""Iwo Jima was a volcanic inferno of death and heroism. The battle marked an epic finale of mankind's hand-to-hand combat before two primitive atomic bombs changed the world forever. Iwo Jima's bloody legacy includes more casualties (26,040) than D-Day/Normandy (10,000+). One third of all Marines who died in World War II were killed on Iwo Jima. One third of all Marines who fought on Iwo Jima were killed or wounded on Iwo Jima. The Marines took 25,000 casualties 7,000 dead. Most all of the 22,000 Japanese soldiers died there. The flag raising on Iwo Jima has become our national symbol of the spirit of victory and unity of purpose - both then and now. It is an inspiration for all Americans. The Iwo Jima Monuments are memorials to not only the men who died on Iwo Jima, but a tribute to all those who have served in the cause of freedom and the defense of our nation."""

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"""I landed and fought on lwo Jima. Months later In 1945 I was transferred to USMC - HQ in Washington, DC where I was one of the five Marines assigned to help Felix de Weldon build the original lwo Jima Monument. I helped unveil that monument on November 10, 1945. Rodney's book is a must-read Bible for all Marines and people who cherish this sacred symbol of our Corps and our Country. Semper Fi!"" Cpl. Les Gadbury, C Company, 1st Battalion, 9th Regiment, 3rd Marine Division - lwo Jima, Guam, Bougainville, Guadalcanal. ""Iwo Jima Monuments: The Untold Story"" by Rodney Hilton Brown provides ""the rest of the story"" on the monuments erected in honor of one of the Corps' iconic battles. Brown's contribution to this little known aspect of Marine Corps history will be appreciated by Marines, friends of the Corps, and anyone who respects the valor and sacrifice of all servicemembers. Brown's efforts are truly in keeping with the Marines' motto of ""Semper Fidelis."" Col. Mary H. Reinwald, USMC (Ret) - Marine Corps Association & Editor of Leatherneck Magazine The author, Mr. Rodney Hilton Brown, has done a great service filling in the untold stories by carefully researching and writing the history of the Iwo Jima Monuments. . . . . Mr. Brown tells the wonderful stories of not only the sculptor, but also of the volunteers and supporters, and of their combined dedication and determination to overcome financial, political and technical challenges. . . . While facing political opposition, the building and erection of the monument in Washington, D.C. took a similar dedication to mission accomplishment that the Marines displayed on Iwo Jima. I encourage you to read the story about this National Monument, an iconic symbol of our Corps and Country. Mike Hagee, General, USMC - 33rd Commandant of the Marine Corps The author, Mr. Rodney Hilton Brown, has done a great service filling in the untold stories by carefully researching and writing the history of the Iwo Jima Monuments. . . . . Mr. Brown tells the wonderful stories of not only the sculptor, but also of the volunteers and supporters, and of their combined dedication and determination to overcome financial, political and technical challenges. . . . While facing political opposition, the building and erection of the monument in Washington, D.C. took a similar dedication to mission accomplishment that the Marines displayed on Iwo Jima. I encourage you to read the story about this National Monument, an iconic symbol of our Corps and Country. Mike Hagee, General, USMC - 33rd Commandant of the Marine Corps"

I landed and fought on lwo Jima. Months later In 1945 I was transferred to USMC - HQ in Washington, DC where I was one of the five Marines assigned to help Felix de Weldon build the original lwo Jima Monument. I helped unveil that monument on November 10, 1945. Rodney's book is a must-read Bible for all Marines and people who cherish this sacred symbol of our Corps and our Country. Semper Fi! Cpl. Les Gadbury, C Company, 1st Battalion, 9th Regiment, 3rd Marine Division - lwo Jima, Guam, Bougainville, Guadalcanal. Iwo Jima Monuments: The Untold Story by Rodney Hilton Brown provides the rest of the story on the monuments erected in honor of one of the Corps' iconic battles. Brown's contribution to this little known aspect of Marine Corps history will be appreciated by Marines, friends of the Corps, and anyone who respects the valor and sacrifice of all servicemembers. Brown's efforts are truly in keeping with the Marines' motto of Semper Fidelis. Col. Mary H. Reinwald, USMC (Ret) - Marine Corps Association & Editor of Leatherneck Magazine The author, Mr. Rodney Hilton Brown, has done a great service filling in the untold stories by carefully researching and writing the history of the Iwo Jima Monuments. . . . . Mr. Brown tells the wonderful stories of not only the sculptor, but also of the volunteers and supporters, and of their combined dedication and determination to overcome financial, political and technical challenges. . . . While facing political opposition, the building and erection of the monument in Washington, D.C. took a similar dedication to mission accomplishment that the Marines displayed on Iwo Jima. I encourage you to read the story about this National Monument, an iconic symbol of our Corps and Country. Mike Hagee, General, USMC - 33rd Commandant of the Marine Corps The author, Mr. Rodney Hilton Brown, has done a great service filling in the untold stories by carefully researching and writing the history of the Iwo Jima Monuments. . . . . Mr. Brown tells the wonderful stories of not only the sculptor, but also of the volunteers and supporters, and of their combined dedication and determination to overcome financial, political and technical challenges. . . . While facing political opposition, the building and erection of the monument in Washington, D.C. took a similar dedication to mission accomplishment that the Marines displayed on Iwo Jima. I encourage you to read the story about this National Monument, an iconic symbol of our Corps and Country. Mike Hagee, General, USMC - 33rd Commandant of the Marine Corps

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"About the Author: RODNEY HILTON BROWN, Esq., J.D. Brown is a published author in the field of military history and has assembled important collections in the fields of Caribbean history, African-American history, Marine Corps & military memorabilia. He personally acquired and funded the restoration of the original 10-ton 1945 Iwo Jima Monument which was on display at the Intrepid Sea Air Space Museum. In 2004 Brown was made an Honorary New York City Marine (USMYNYPAO) for his rescue, restoration and exhibition of the Monument. His presentation for the 60-year anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima entitled ""The Meaning of Iwo Jima"" was aired on several TV networks."

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