Suicide Cliff, Historic cliff in Saipan Municipality, Northern Mariana Islands.
Located at the northern end of Saipan island, this limestone cliff rises dramatically above Marpi Point Field, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
During the Battle of Saipan in July 1944, numerous Japanese civilians and soldiers jumped from this cliff to avoid capture by United States forces.
The site includes memorials and monuments that honor the lives lost, serving as a testament to the profound impact of wartime decisions on civilian populations.
Visitors can access the clifftop viewing area through a paved road, which includes parking facilities and informational markers about the historical events.
The nine-acre site gained National Historic Landmark status in 1985 as part of a district including Landing Beaches, Aslito Field, and Marpi Point.
Location: Saipan Municipality
GPS coordinates: 15.27722,145.80972
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:32
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