Battle of Guadalcanal (aug 7, 1942 – feb 9, 1943)
Description:
The Battle of Guadalcanal was the first major Allied offensive in the Pacific theater. U.S. Marines fought to secure the island from Japanese forces, preventing Japan from establishing a strategic base. It marked the beginning of a series of successful Allied campaigns in the Pacific.Added to timeline:
Date:
aug 7, 1942
feb 9, 1943
~ 6 months