saipan

• Nom propre désignant la plus grande île des îles Mariannes du Nord, qui est le centre administratif du Commonwealth des îles Mariannes du Nord, en union avec les États-Unis. Elle fut prise par les forces américaines aux Japonais en juillet 1944 et servit d'importante base aérienne jusqu'à la fin de la Seconde Guerre mondiale.

A proper noun referring to the largest island in the Northern Marianas, serving as the administrative center of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands in union with the United States. It was captured by US forces from the Japanese in July 1944 and served as an important air base until the end of World War II.

indénombrable · nom propre

1. Largest island of the Northern MarianasB2formal

   The largest island in the Northern Mariana Islands, serving as the administrative center of the commonwealth in union with the United States.

   Saipan (île principale des Mariannes du Nord)

   • Saipan is the capital of the Northern Mariana Islands.
   • The island of Saipan is known for its beautiful beaches and historical sites.
   • Many tourists visit Saipan for its tropical climate and clear waters.

2. World War II battle siteB2formal

   A location captured by US forces from the Japanese in July 1944, which served as an important air base until the end of World War II.

   Saipan (site de bataille de la Seconde Guerre mondiale)

   • The Battle of Saipan was a crucial turning point in the Pacific War.
   • US forces landed on Saipan in June 1944.
   • After its capture, Saipan became a key air base for bombing missions against Japan.