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Why U S Marines Let 4,300 Japanese Troops “Charge Their Artillery” — And Annihilated All Of Them

At dawn on July 7, 1944, what American commanders believed was the end of the Battle of Saipan turned into the deadliest surprise attack of the Pacific War. On the open ground of Tanapag Plain, thousands of Japanese soldiers launched the largest banzai charge in World War II, overrunning U.S. infantry lines and crashing directly into Marine artillery positions. What followed was forty minutes of chaos, desperation, and brutal close-range combat that rewrote the rules of modern warfare. This cinematic war documentary tells the full story of how U.S. Army infantry and Marine artillery crews fought back against overwhelming numbers, turning 105mm howitzers into point-blank weapons, defending aid stations, and engaging in hand-to-hand combat when ammunition ran out. Based on historical accounts, battlefield reports, and survivor testimony, this video explores the human cost, tactical consequences, and psychological impact of the final Japanese gyokusai charge on Saipan. From machine-gun defenses and artillery direct fire to battlefield aftermath and casualty counting, this is one of the most intense and little-known episodes of the Pacific Theater. The Battle of Saipan marked a turning point in World War II, bringing American bombers within range of Japan—but at a cost that haunted those who survived. If you’re interested in World War II history, Pacific War battles, U.S. Army and Marine Corps combat stories, or immersive documentary-style storytelling, this video brings history to life in unforgettable detail.