Iwo Jima A controversy has arisen over an attempt by the Air Force to erect a monument near the Iwo Jima Memorial. The Marines object to its placement so close to the statue honoring their World War II battle on the Pacific Island. Steve visits the site with retired Marine Major General Fred Haynes, who gives his view on why he objects to sharing the Iwo Jima site with the Air Force.

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Iwo Jima

June 10, 200112:00 AM ET

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A controversy has arisen over an attempt by the Air Force to erect a monument near the Iwo Jima Memorial. The Marines object to its placement so close to the statue honoring their World War II battle on the Pacific Island. Steve visits the site with retired Marine Major General Fred Haynes, who gives his view on why he objects to sharing the Iwo Jima site with the Air Force.