3rd Amphibious Corps Progresses on Okinawa

April 3, 1945 in Marine Corps History.
3rd Amphibious Corps Progresses on Okinawa
Posted on 4/3/2026

On April 3, 1945, Marines with the 3rd Amphibious Corps continued to progress along their front on the Japanese island of Okinawa, clearing Zampa Misaki and seizing the Katchin Peninsula. This effectively cut the island in two and was accomplished more than a week ahead of the schedule originally set by Marine Corps leaders.


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