Pacific Theater

The Pacific Theater refers to the area of World War II where the Allies, primarily the United States and its allies, fought against Japan and its allies. This region included islands in the Pacific Ocean and parts of Southeast Asia. The conflict began with Japan's expansionist actions, such as the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. Key battles included Midway, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa. The war ended in 1945 after the U.S. dropped atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, leading to Japan's surrender. The Pacific Theater was marked by large naval battles, island-hopping campaigns, and significant loss of life.