The Clue
Noted flag-raising site, for short (3 letter answer)
The Answer
IWO
Tags
Notes
The answer IWO is seen frequently, appearing about once every 180 puzzles.
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Definition
IWO as a noun:
1. (Iwo, Iwo Jima, invasion of Iwo) = a bloody and prolonged operation on the island of Iwo Jima in which American marines landed and defeated Japanese defenders (February and March 1945)