In 2007 this island reverted back to its pre-WWII name of Iwo To
[DOC] [TLE] BBC NEWS | Asia-Pacific | Japan renames island of Iwo Jima [PAR] The Japanese island of Iwo Jima, scene of a fierce World War II battle, regains ... 
Last Updated: Thursday, 21 June 2007, 07:57 GMT 08:57 UK ... fiercest battles of 
World War II has been renamed to reflect the wishes of its original inhabitants.