Ameliorate Iwo Jima

Directions: grammatically correct the sentences, below; there is missing semicolon and other needed corrections. 

The Battle of iwo jima was fought in 1945 and lasted five weeks it was a significant victory against the japanese. 

Overview of fighting Japanese during WW 2

Ballad of Ira Hayes with lyrics
short video

Suggested Correction:
The Battle of Iwo Jima was fought in 1945 and lasted five weeks; it was a significant victory against the Japanese.