The Battle of Guadalcanal – Episode 2: Hanging in the Balance
When the Marines secured their foothold on Guadalcanal, the battle was far from over.
What followed was not a quick victory—but a brutal, back-and-forth struggle across jungle, sea, and sky. In this episode of World War 2 Live, Dr. John C. McManus and Kevin Hymel continue their deep dive into Guadalcanal, exploring how the campaign evolved into one of the most complex and hard-fought battles of the war.
Drawing on powerful historical accounts, including insights from Richard Frank’s definitive work on Guadalcanal, John and Kevin break down:
• Why Guadalcanal was unlike any other Pacific…
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