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Q: Who were the marines fighting against in Guadalcanal?
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Who was fighting in the Guadalcanal battle?

USN vs Imperial Navy. US Marines & Imperial Army were supporting functions.


Did marines die from malaria in Guadalcanal?

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Were there trenches at the battle of guadalcanal?

Not as we would have seen during the first World War but there were a number of foxholes (DFP : defensive fighting position)around Henderson Field that Marines used as the Japanese tried to overrun the airfield .


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When was Guadalcanal fought?

The 1st Marine Division landed on Guadalcanal on the morning of August 7, 1942. The campaign for the island would last until February 9, 1943. It was the first major offensive in the war against Japan in the Pacific Ocean.


How many people died in the Battle of Guadalcanal?

Over 7,000 US servicemen died at Guadalcanal. Contrary to popular opinion, and the Television "History Channel/Military Channel" Guadalcanal episode, which was hosted by retired US Army General Norman Schwarzkopf; Guadalcanal not a "Marine Battle", Guadalcanal was a small Marine Corps action (compared to Tarawa and Iwo Jima), and a MASSIVE US Navy campaign (which was quickly glossed over in the televised segment). Approximately 1,769 US Marines perished on Guadalcanal, and about 420 US Airmen; but close to 5,000 US Sailors died fighting from 27 US Navy warships that were sunk, in histories most savage and furious sea battles, surrounding the Guadalcanal islands.


What was the date of guadalcanal?

The battle for Guadalcanal, a back-and-forth struggle between the Japanese and Americans in World War II, began in August of 1942 and ended in February of 1943. Serious fighting on land and in the waters surrounding the island began once American troops were landed in August. After numerous land and sea (and air) battles, the Japanese finally conceded defeat and evacuated the area some six months later.


What are the ratings and certificates for The Fighting Marines - 1935?

The Fighting Marines - 1935 is rated/received certificates of: USA:Approved USA:Passed (National Board of Review)


Which tribe was Coriolanus fighting against?

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What are the release dates for The Fighting Marines - 1935?

The Fighting Marines - 1935 was released on: USA: 23 November 1935 Portugal: 23 February 1942


What was the role of the US navy in guadalcanal?

Gaining control of the sea surrounding the Guadalcanal area. Translation: Fighting the Japanese navy. Note: The US Marine Corps are part of the US Navy.