US forces invaded Saipan on 15 June 1944. Despite a Japanese naval counterattack which led to the Battle of the Philippine Sea and heavy fighting on land, Saipan was secured by 9 July.Willis 2007, p. 146. Operations followed against Guam and Tinian, with all three islands secured by August.Dear and Foot 1995, p. 718.
US forces invaded Saipan on 15 June 1944. Despite a Japanese naval counterattack wh.ich led to the Battle of the Philippine Sea and .heavy fighting on land, Saipan was secured by 9 July.Willis 2007, p 146. Operations followed against Guam and Tinian, with all three islands secured by August.Dear and Foot 1995, p. 718