Question

During World War II, why did Japan strongly and passionately defend Iwo Jima?

Answer 1

they had very special weapons and aviation tech. on that island so they didn't want to lose it. here's an example. lets say that you were going to take the hardest math test that you will ever take, (along with your class) and you had a calculator that can give you the most accurate answers and gives you the highest percentage of getting a 100% on the test, but everyone was trying to steal it from you so that they could pass, or they try to destroy it so it is fair for everyone. I bet you would protect your calculator from anyone

Answer 2

It was considered part of the Japanese homeland.

Step-by-step explanation:

During World War II, more specifically between February 19th and March 26th, 1945, one of the most violent battles took place. It was called The Battle of Iwo Jima. The Iwo Jima island had a strategic value and for Japan it was part of its homeland that is the reason why they defended it with passion.