What American territory was the Allies forced to surrender to the Japanese, only to come back 2 years later and reclaim as a victory?

How does iraqs geographical location ( desert-like environment ) affect it's politcal relationships? i've been stuck on this and i'm giving a lot of points

Which of the following best describes the outcome of the bay of pigs invasion? -it ended in a draw despite strong air support from the united states. -it was a partial success that to resolve the cuban missile crisis. -it was a success and created hostility between cuba and the soviet union. -it was a failure that was an embarrassment for the kennedy administration.

Martin luther started the protestant movement when he split from the church in 1517. what area of europe was he from?   a.  england  b.  italy  c.  yugoslavia  d.  germany