Gilbert and Marshall Islands campaign
November 1943 – February 23, 1944 · Micronesia
Result Allied victory
U.S. forces captured key atolls in the Gilbert and Marshall Islands from Japan, including Tarawa, Kwajalein and Eniwetok. The islands became bases for the advance across the central Pacific.
United States
Empire of Japan
Other
Battles 2
- Battle of Kwajalein January 31 – February 3, 1944 · American victory
- Battle of Eniwetok February 17–23, 1944 · American victory