Iwo Jima

Travel to Iwo Jima may be possible.
Contact James at wildgeckotours@hotmail.com.

The elder men in these photos are visiting
only this time, they are not carrying their rifles.

The next IWO flight scheduled this March 2010.

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Cecil Robertson (Robbie)		26-Jun-2017 16:03
Anyone stationed on Iwo during late '58/1957 in 7TDS Air Police...feel free to contact me.

Cecil Robertson (Robbie)		26-Jun-2017 16:01
I was stationed on Iwo Jima for a year in late 1957/58, USAF Air Police Man Cecil Robertson...anyone still alive that was stationed there during that time...feel free to contact me at crob33@sbcglobal.net

Guest		08-Jan-2014 22:43
Like others here was stationed there from Oct 76 - Oct 77 with the Coast Guard. Was an SK2 at the time. Looking back now that year flew by, although at the time it just seemed to drag on. So many fond memories from so long ago. The time on Iwo made you appreciate what the marines went through to take that island back in 45. God bless every one of them. SK2 Chris Cline

rich damato		17-Sep-2013 05:06
I have a few photo's of Iwo Jima. My dad (Anthony P D'Amato) was with the 3rd Marines. He landed on or about the 3rd day.

Guest		17-Sep-2013 05:04
hi, My dad was a Marine with the 3rd Marines . He landed on the 3rd day. I have a few photos. any one interested ? My dads name was Anthony (cheech) D'Amato

Mike Newberry		17-Sep-2012 17:32
Writing a fictional book on Iwo based on my grandfather's service there during the invasion. I'm interested in anybody who wouldn't mind corresponding about conditions on island after the war no particular period but I am interested in details about the Loran station and possible layout of the transmitter "shack". Anybody who went "boonie-bashing" and exploring is also of interested. Please fell free to email if you don't mind corresponding. Legit only please. Thanks

Michael Newberry		17-Sep-2012 17:28
Writing a fiction book on Iwo. Very interested in any who can provide info on post-war conditions related to Coast guard service at the Loran station and/or just anybody stationed there after the war. People that went "exploring" are of great interest to me. Please feel free to email me. Legit only please.

Guest		09-Jul-2012 02:55
May we never forget the price of Freedom. We were blessed to have such brave people to server our country in a tragic time in history. Giving all that we may enjoy the freedom bought by there sacrifice. I pray we never ever forget how horrible war is and the high cost to fight evil mens desires to take what others have built. May God bless the USA and never let us lose our belief in what is right. Thank you all for the wonderful photos to let us look back to a time in history that we should never forget. Brad H.

Randy L McKay		20-Jun-2012 09:58
I was stationed there in 73 and it was one of the best times of my life. I got to stop there 1 other time on a log flight for a couple of hours, sure wish I could spend a couple of days there again. What an amazing place it is!

Grant		14-Apr-2012 12:49
Hi from Australia,i think these places should be opened up for historic tourism.Our grandfathers fought for survival here in Australia,first to turn the japs back at a place called Kokoda track New Guinea.We tour there now,i would love to go to iwo jima to pay tribute to our American brothers in arms,maybe one day i can get there when its opened up for those of us who care to remember.

edward harper		31-Oct-2010 19:21
brought back mem i was in the air force station on iwo 1958-1959

thomas pool		20-Oct-2010 04:25
I was on iwo from feb 47 until mar 48 in 1951st. E A U C tompoo1928@hotmail.com

thomas pool		20-Oct-2010 04:18
I was on iwo from feb 47 until mar 48 in 1951st. E A U C

Don T. Floyd		19-Jul-2010 15:38
I was station On Iwo June 1969-70, ET2

GW Rosson		14-Jun-2010 20:07
I would like to get some one to email me or call me 309-647-1444. Email Rossonotes@aol.com Like I said before I was there in 1946-1947. Been in most of the caves and tunnels. There was lots of dead Japs then, still had some meat on them but it was hard and dry. The smell was Bad!!!! S/Sgt. GW Rosson

Guest		21-Mar-2010 23:54
When the people put things on your comments they should leave phone number or a email address. S/Sgt. GW Rosson

fred martin		09-Feb-2010 02:58
i was there 81-82, uscg. i too loved the island and the history. awesome.

mark		25-Jan-2010 07:17
why the hell are the japanese throwing us off okinawa and closing our bases there?within a couple of years.huge mistake for all concerned i believe.

Guest		22-Oct-2009 20:23
Tom Cline I served on iwo in 1966 and felt the history as I walked the island. I think about the island a lot. Would like to go back. Looks like a few changes have taken place.

G w. Rosson		02-Jul-2009 01:22
i WAS ON iWO kIMA IN 1946-1947, i HAVE A LOT OF PICTURES. I've been in most of the tunnlsand caves that are there.If you would like more Info. The following is my address. S/Sgt G W Rosson 24803 E. Old Beach Rd. Canton, IL., 61520 eMAIL ME AT rOSSONOTES@AOL.COM

G.W. Rosson		10-May-2009 03:27
I was on Iwo Jima in 1946-1947 I've been in most of the caves.The Gen.s is the biggest one 46 feet down four levels. The othe onnnnnne that had a lot of dead Marine dead in it appro175 with dogs tags on them,Bob Bolus is taking a team back this year, scince I'm the only one the knows where this Sgt W Genaust is at I get to go.My name is G.W.Rosson I live at 24803 E. Old Beach Rd., Canton, IL., 61520 mY eMAIL IS Rossonotes@aol.com Thanks

G.W. Rosson		10-May-2009 03:16
I was on Iwo Jima n 1946=1947 as the firsr Sgt.over the ordance Dept. I've been in most of the caves and tunnels.One cave we went down to the next level hotter then hell. Three of us went on down to the next level, hotter there. There were appro 150-175 dead marnes there.The island has rose 65 feet in the last 60 years. The first 10 years it rose only 8 feet so the bodies are still there.We went into the Gen.s cave it goes down 46 feet ,four levels.I was only 18 then. Bob Bolus is taking a team back there to find Sgt W. Genaust body, they beeen looking for 63 years. I know where it is at.I took the picture where he was hit and covered up. S/Sgt. G. W Rosson I live at 24803 E.Old Beach Rd. Canton, IL., 61520 Email Rossonotes@aol.com@aol.com

G.W. Rosson		10-May-2009 03:16
I was on Iwo Jima n 1946=1947 as the firsr Sgt.over the ordance Dept. I've been in most of the caves and tunnels.One cave we went down to the next level hotter then hell. Three of us went on down to the next level, hotter there. There were appro 150-175 dead marnes there.The island has rose 65 feet in the last 60 years. The first 10 years it rose only 8 feet so the bodies are still there.We went into the Gen.s cave it goes down 46 feet ,four levels.I was only 18 then. Bob Bolus is taking a team back there to find Sgt W. Genaust body, they beeen looking for 63 years. I know where it is at.I took the picture where he was hit and covered up. S/Sgt. G. W Rosson I live at 24803 E.Old Beach Rd. Canton, IL., 61520 Email Rossonotes@aol.com@aol.com

G.W. Rosson		10-May-2009 03:16
I was on Iwo Jima n 1946=1947 as the firsr Sgt.over the ordance Dept. I've been in most of the caves and tunnels.One cave we went down to the next level hotter then hell. Three of us went on down to the next level, hotter there. There were appro 150-175 dead marnes there.The island has rose 65 feet in the last 60 years. The first 10 years it rose only 8 feet so the bodies are still there.We went into the Gen.s cave it goes down 46 feet ,four levels.I was only 18 then. Bob Bolus is taking a team back there to find Sgt W. Genaust body, they beeen looking for 63 years. I know where it is at.I took the picture where he was hit and covered up. S/Sgt. G. W Rosson I live at 24803 E.Old Beach Rd. Canton, IL., 61520 Email Rossonotes@aol.com@aol.com

Justin Huff		02-May-2009 17:30
I would love to go visit iwo jima sometime, hopefully i can find a way to go in a couple of years when I can afford it.

Nicholas Oppenheimer		26-Mar-2009 06:33
Like some of your other posters, I was stationed on Iwo in 1973-1974 as an electronics watchstander in the Coast Guard. We spent all of our spare time exploring the island; especially the caves on Suribachi and the command caves near our base on Kitano Point. The absolute beauty of the island belies the fact of what took place there in 1945. Needless to say, we all felt the spirits of the dead as we walked the black sand beaches or crawled on our bellies into hot, sulphur smelling caves. I have always dreamed of going back there but never thought it possible until I found your site. Maybe it can happen now. Thanks for the pictures; they sure brought back some memories.

Reinhard		08-Mar-2009 20:30
Thank you for these impressive photos of this remote place. I'm from Europe and I would like to have a flight to this tiny island ...

Larry Hooper		21-Jan-2009 18:40
I was stationed on Iwo Jima for six months with the U.S. Coast Guard back in 1977. We had a Loran Station there at t he time. Even though it was considered isolated duty, it was the best time of my 24 year career. I miss iwo Jima to this day.

Stripe		02-Jan-2009 18:10
I would give my right hand to have the opportunity to visit Iwo Jima, for two days. It's difficult to imagine that 28,000 people died on such a small location. May they all RIP.

beccy		13-Oct-2008 19:19
iwo jima looks so beautiful

Derek		29-Dec-2007 04:16
Thank you for posting these great photos. I have wanted to travel to Iwo Jima but the opportunities are limited. These are the best pictures I have seen of the island. Thanks, Derek

Michael "Doc" Bolin		08-Dec-2007 02:36
Michael Bolin, I was an HM1 on Iwo Jima in 1975, my second time on the island. I retired a CWOMED in 1984. How can I arrange for travel for my wif and I back to see the Island?

Michael "Doc" Bolin		08-Dec-2007 02:36
Michael Bolin, I was an HM1 on Iwo Jima in 1975, my second time on the island. I retired a CWOMED in 1984. How can I arrange for travel for my wif and I back to see the Island?

James		27-Nov-2007 02:04
Any artifacts or photographs of Pacific Theater battlesites may be offered to the War In The Pacific National Historical Park on Guam which commemorates the entire theater. www.npswapa.org is their website information.

Ira Chester		27-Aug-2007 04:50
My Dad was a Seabee and I have numerous original photos of the events on Iwo from March of 45 to June 45, including an original photo of the second flag raising. I'm not sure what to do with these photos, any suggestions?

Bill Rolph		24-Apr-2007 20:41
I have an elderly client who has asked me to find a photo of the Iwo Jima flag raising -- it need not necessarily be the first of the series, but the one on which the DC monument is based -- it would be okay. This gentleman, a clergy person and Native American, wants a photo to give to his grandchildren -- an 8 1/2 x 11 or so size would be good. Where can I acquire a commercial one soon? I can pay for it immediately. I don't think the cost would be much. I have checked locally in METRO DC, and it is not easy to find one willy-nilly. I shall appreciate help in completing this project for my client ASAP. Today is Tuesday 04-24-07. Thank you. BIll Rolph 703.521.1614 Arlington VA

Jeff		20-Feb-2007 10:09
Great Photos! I would love to visit Iwo Jima to see for myself. My great uncle was a Marine & was there.

Charles E. Myers		15-Feb-2007 16:12
I landed on Iwo twice in 1958: once on the way from Guam up to Chi Chi Jima and once on the way back. I was on a mission to Chi Chi to correct an electrical generator problem. At that time the U. S. Air Force was using Iwo as a fueling stop and access to it was strictly controlled. There were no roads, airport control towers or Japanese monuments on top of Surabachi. The only monument was on top of Surabachi: a white wall about 8 feet long with a bronze bas-relief tablet of the flag-raising in 1945. There was no fresh water system; runway rainwater runoff was collected in cisterns and used for all domestic consumption. It was a very desolate place, but the presence and drama of the fighting could still be felt everywhere. I'd like to go there again, but I'm geting too old to do it now.

D.R.		22-Jan-2007 01:05
I had a brother killed on Iwo, He was in the Co. B 28th regiment 5th division. I've always wanted to see where he died. Your pictures helped. Do you have any other information on travel there? D.R.

curtis crimmins		17-Jan-2007 20:38
beautiful powerful pics of iwo

Henry Taitano		14-Nov-2006 04:20
Guest, you can only get to Iwo Jima through a special charter. Write to this email wildgeckotours@hotmail.com James Oelke may be able to help you get a seat on the next tour. Hope to see you on it!

Guest		13-Nov-2006 23:27
Great photos! How it is possible to get a flight to the island? Thanks

Henry Taitano		09-Sep-2006 20:59
Guest, Im glad I was able to show at lease some of this beautiful island. There are no scheduled flights to Iwo. Iwo is restricted to military only. We have a chartered flight to Iwo usually around the 1st quarter. New Zealand! Boy would I love to get my camera there!

Guest		09-Sep-2006 07:09
Henry Thank you for your fine collection of photos , I've always waanted to see Iwo Jima for my self... but I've never really have a chance to, since the country that I live in (New Zealand) does not have such a trip to the island.

Dan		10-May-2006 05:00
Henry, most of your guest has said it all! Your timing in capturing the expression of these people is sooo serene!

Guest		11-Apr-2006 08:46
Very captivating. Good job.

Guest		22-Mar-2006 13:06
Enjoyed the photos very much. Thanks, Tom for making us aware. Park Terrace Friends

Jamie Wiedhahn		20-Mar-2006 15:40
Henry I have been to Iwo Jima now 6 time's, seen 15 years of photos but never has anyone come so close to capturing the power of that experence on film, excellent composition.

Jamie Wiedhahn		20-Mar-2006 15:36
Henry I have been to Iwo Jima now 6 time's, seen 15 years of photos but never has anyone come so close to capturing the power of that experence on film, excellent composition.

Guest		18-Mar-2006 09:24
Henry, you take EXCELLENT PICTURES! thanks for sharing...Lola Perkins

James Oelke		12-Mar-2006 21:55
Great photos Henry! It is hard to express to anyone that wasn't there just what an incredible place it is...

Henryt		11-Mar-2006 04:18
Thanks Tex. Hopefully I can go next year and get a more complete photo set.

Tex IRUMATA		10-Mar-2006 05:02
Thank you Henry-san, Nice Photos!!! See you in IWO next year too????

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Iwo Jima

Travel to Iwo Jima may be possible. Contact James at wildgeckotours@hotmail.com.

Travel to Iwo Jima may be possible.
Contact James at wildgeckotours@hotmail.com.