During world war ii, why did japan strongly and passionately defend iwo jima?

It was considered part of the Japanese homeland.

Explanation:

During World War II, more specifically between February 19th and March 26th, 1945, one of the most violent battles took place. It was called The Battle of Iwo Jima. The Iwo Jima island had a strategic value and for Japan it was part of its homeland that is the reason why they defended it with passion.

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