" GLAMOUR GAL " 105mm HOWITZER ARTILLERY GUN CREW DURING WWII INVASION OF IWO JIMA 25642

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Produced in 1945, "Glamour Gal" is a documentary film about the eponymous large artillery gun and the ten Marines who work her, "a team of eleven" during the battle of Iwo Jima. It begins with the regiment preparing for combat and naming their 105 mm Howitzer "Glamour Gal." The crew members are introduced, highlighting their diverse backgrounds. As they prepare for their mission, they learn their destination is Iwo Jima. Upon landing on Green Beach under heavy fire, they set up their artillery and face casualties but continue their mission. The regiment fires on Mount Suribachi, secures a foothold, and moves cautiously due to sniper fire. Aerial observation aids targeting, and another battalion joins them. Forward observers spot Japanese troops, leading to a synchronized barrage. The infantry advances, facing enemy mortars and artillery. Observers direct orders to burn out the area, and the regiment prepares for continuous firing. They land 155 mm howitzers for greater range and face an artillery duel, with a lucky shot hitting their ammo dump. The regiment responds with heavy fire, crumbling enemy defenses. After 28 days of fighting, Iwo Jima is secured. The regiment prepares for their next mission, unaware the war will soon end, reflecting on fallen comrades who will remain part of history.

00:00 - 0:06: Introduction with background music.

0:53 - 1:16: A Marine Corps artillery regiment prepares for combat, naming their 105 mm Howitzer "Glamour Gal."

1:19 - 2:03: Introduction of the gun crew members and their backgrounds.

2:06 - 2:31: The regiment prepares for their mission, with many men being veterans and others new to combat.

2:50 - 3:14: The regiment learns their destination is Iwo Jima.

3:39 - 4:00: The regiment prepares for landing on Iwo Jima, anticipating heavy combat.

4:32 - 5:01: G Battery lands on Green Beach under heavy fire and sets up their artillery.

5:39 - 6:10: The regiment faces casualties but continues their mission.

6:26 - 7:11: The regiment continues to fire on Mount Suribachi, with constant ammunition supply.

7:14 - 7:31: The regiment secures a foothold on Iwo Jima but faces ongoing combat.

7:55 - 8:23: The regiment moves cautiously due to heavy sniper fire and the need for continuous artillery support.

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