The Battle of Guadalcanal was fought in the air, and on the land and sea, between August 7, 1942 and February 7, 1943. Located in the southern Solomon Islands, Japanese troops stationed on Guadalcanal were well positioned to threaten Allied shipping routes, plus they helped defend the major Japanese base at Rabaul. The Battle of Guadalcanal represented the first major Allied offensive against the Japanese, and it marked a strategic victory and turning point for the Allies.
THE KIT:
Four figures included.
Over 60 parts.
The Marines are wearing M1941 utility coats and trousers.
They carry such weapons as newly tooled Springfield M1903 rifles and Reising M50 submachine guns.
