Peleliu

Peleliu (or Beliliou) is an island in the island nation of Palau. Peleliu, along with two small islands to its northeast, forms one of the sixteen states of Palau. The island is notable as the location of the Battle of Peleliu in World War II.

1944 battle between the United States and the Empire of Japan in the Pacific Theater of World War II

1944 battle of the Pacific campaign in World War II on the island of Angaur in the Palau Islands

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Kloulklubed, also spelled Klouklubed, is the main settlement on the Palauan island of Peleliu. It is situated at the northern end of the island, located near Imelchol Village and Koska. The village was a centre of Japanese operations during World War II, and the remains of the Japanese communications centre is still standing in the village. A monument to the Battle of Peleliu is also located in the village.