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Guadalcanal was probably closer to 6 months. However, the television history series has, probably for financial reasons, chosen to ignore the REAL battle for the islands. And that was the naval battles fought around Guadalcanal. Apparently it's too expensive for Hollywood to re-enact Naval Battle Scenes, so they do the cheaper parts of the battle by hiring actors to portray US Marines fighting the "Battle of Guadalcanal." The Japanese & US Navies fought the most brutal and savage naval battles in military history around the islands of Guadalcanal in 1942. So many warships were lost in one area that it is still called "Iron Bottom Sound" today. The only US Navy ADMIRALS ever killed in a Naval SURFACE Action during WWII were killed there; Admirals Scott and Callahgan. Whichever side won the naval battle, would win the island. The Marines and Japanese fighting men would have been starved out if their respective warships lost control of the seas.
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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.
Where was the first major Japanese defeat during World War 2?
The Japanese lost 4 aircraft carriers and other ships at the Battle of Midway (Midway island) just 7 months after Pearl Harbor, from June 4 to June 7, 1942.Although the Japanese were the tactical winners in the much smaller Battle of the Coral Sea (May 4-8, 1942), it was a setback in terms of the continuing expansion of Japanese control of the Pacific. Both the US and Japanese had a carrier sunk.
What caused the battle of Guadalcanal to start in World War 2?
The battle for the island began on August 7, 1942, when US Marines made an amphibious landing. The island had been a British colony, but there were no troops there and the Japanese had easily taken the island. The Japanese then began to build an airfield on the island, and this was the reason for the US invasion. Once the Japanese finished the airfield planes based on it could begin to bomb northern Australia, and to attack ships going between the US and Australia. The battle lasted about six months. The US was not really ready to fight yet, and this was the first offensive undertaken by US forces. The case was seen as being so urgent that the US had to go ahead no matter what, to stop this threat to Australia.
How many casualties were there in the Battle of Bougainville?
About 1,250 Americans and Australians died in the Bougainville Campaign. The Japanese lost approximately 18,500 to 21,500 soldiers. The campaign lasted about 18 months.
Why was the Battle of Midway such a significant battle for US?
Some people refer to it as a "turning point in the War", but that's a load of bull. The Japanese were still continuing to advance in the South Pacific, and it would be 4 more months before the Allies cleared them out.It was only regarded as an important battle for 2 reasons:1) It was the first major victory by the Allies against Japan.2) Every single enemy aircraft - all 248 of them - was destroyed, causing heavy Japanese losses.Answer:The Battle of Midway was the turning point in the Pacific area of the war. The reason for this is that the Japanese were taken by surprise, lost 4 cruisers in the battle, and were weakened.
For three months Germany bombed London but did not defeat Great Britain this was known as?
The battle of Britain
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.
Prior to Aug 42 Gaudalcanal and Nov 42 North Africa invasions discounting Philippines surrender was u s ground troop combat non-existent from Pearl Harbor 9-months of no engagement?
The Battle of Wake Island occurred in December 1941. Japanese Marines (Special Naval Landing Forces) LANDED on the island, which was defended by US Marines.
Is it true that Midway was Japan first big victory for the Japanese?
No, the Battle of Midway (1942) was a decisive victory for the USA army over the Japanese. The Battle of Midway was retaliation for the attack on Pearl Harbor six months earlier.
What if any was the roll of the US Army in taking Iwo Jima?
The US Army came in after the Marines hit the shores and started fighting with the Japanese. They fought one of the most bloodiest and deadliest LONG battles with the Japanese. They had to literally burn many of the Japanese out of caves. The Japanese would come out of the caves at night and try to kill off the Army Soldiers and the Marines. They were prepared however and victory came after MANY days (more like months according to the men).
Tye naval battle in the pacific where the strength of the Japanese navy was destroyed was the Battle of Midway ture or false?
There is proof that this battle broke the Japanese navy since 4 of its 6nfront line Carrirers were sunk. What was also very detrimental to the Japanese navy was the loss of the 400+ battle trained aircrews. Another battle could be the "THE GREAT MARIANAS TURKEY SHOOT". All in all a quote from a Japanese naval officer states "the end started at Midway and was finished at Guadalcanal", the Japanese could not repel there enemy. Adm. Yamamoto said " I fear all we have done is to awaken a sleeping giant and fill him with a terrible resolve." after pearl. Before this he stated that after the attack on Pearl, he would reign in the pacific for 6 to 8 months and if the US was not brought to peace terms Japan would suffer defeat.
How many months before Lincoln's speech did the union army defeat those of the confederacy at the decisive American civil war battle of Gettysburg?
4.5 years
Where was the first major Japanese defeat during World War 2?
The Japanese lost 4 aircraft carriers and other ships at the Battle of Midway (Midway island) just 7 months after Pearl Harbor, from June 4 to June 7, 1942.Although the Japanese were the tactical winners in the much smaller Battle of the Coral Sea (May 4-8, 1942), it was a setback in terms of the continuing expansion of Japanese control of the Pacific. Both the US and Japanese had a carrier sunk.
Did the battle of Gettysburg end towards the end of the civil war?
Yes. That battle gave morale back to the Union and it helped them pull through the war and defeat the Confederates. The war continued another twenty-one months afterwards.
What caused the battle of Guadalcanal to start in World War 2?
The battle for the island began on August 7, 1942, when US Marines made an amphibious landing. The island had been a British colony, but there were no troops there and the Japanese had easily taken the island. The Japanese then began to build an airfield on the island, and this was the reason for the US invasion. Once the Japanese finished the airfield planes based on it could begin to bomb northern Australia, and to attack ships going between the US and Australia. The battle lasted about six months. The US was not really ready to fight yet, and this was the first offensive undertaken by US forces. The case was seen as being so urgent that the US had to go ahead no matter what, to stop this threat to Australia.
Were the US Marines on Johnston Island in l942?
Yes -was there for 17 months-left 1943
How long did a typical tour of duty last for an enlisted Marine in the US Marines during the 1960s?
A typical duty in the 1960s for the US Marines did last for several months.
