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The Last Division
 ROAD TO NAHA — The Sugar Loaf Complex has fallen. Elements of the Division are shown here advancing on Naha, capital of Okinawa Shima. It was already one beaten up city, thanks to air power, naval gunfire and our own artillery. Though not held in strength by the Japanese, there was enough fighting ahead for everyone. One Battle It was September of 1944. The First Provisional Marine Brigade had come to the "Canal to rest, refit and train" for whatever would come next. The battle of Guam behind them, the men of the 4th and 22nd Marine Regiments and supporting troops found themselves in a brand new outfit. They were to be the base of the soon to be evolved Sixth Marine Division. They didn't know where they would fight next or that their new division would be the last created by the Marines. All they could be sure of was that thousands of Marines from all over would be pouring onto the island to join them, and there would be hard fighting ahead. Another campaign, another island, some had been at it since August of 1942. As it turned out, they had one big battle ahead of them. In less than two years the division was disbanded. But not before distinguishing themselves like few have done before or since. This website preserves the memory of what these men accomplished. And what they sacrificed. We are forever grateful. Sixth Marine Division Association
The Sixth Marine Division Association is the organization these Marines created for themselves after the war. Eventually, membership was expanded to include spouses, lineal descendants, and other admirers. Now that we are no longer having annual meetings, the main purpose of the Association is to publish the Striking Sixth newsletter. Therefore, we are no longer taking new members and collecting membership dues. You are welcome to subscribe to our newsletter, which comes out three times per year. Newsletter Application You can also keep up with us by liking our Facebook page. The purpose of this website, the newsletter, and our Facebook page, is to keep the history and memory of the Sixth Marine Division alive. |
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Latest Updates
2025 Get Together!We are planning a get together in Quantico, VAon September 30 - October 1, 2025. Look for more information in the Fall Striking Sixth newsletter, which will be available in late November. We hope you can come! ☆ 2024 Summer NewsletterIn this issue, meet Steph Pawelski who has a Facebook page called Okinawa Battle Sitesthat catalogs her explorations on Okinawa. Don't miss it! ☆ At the End of His Life, Jack Lawson (6th Eng Bn) Shares His Story☆ Michael H. Senko (29th Mar-2-F) Recalls the Battle of Sugar Loaf Hill☆ A Cloud of Dust on Flat Top Hill by Jim White (29th Mar-3-G)FAQs
How Can I Find Service Records for Sixth Division Marines? Where Can I Donate Artifacts from Sixth Division Marines? What Is Going On Around Here?
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