Guadalcanal: Air, Sea, and Land

The six-month Guadalcanal campaign was marked by fierce fighting and harsh conditions that earned the island the nickname "Starvation Island." After months of combat, the Americans achieved their first major campaign victory against Japan through "Victory in the Air, Victory at Sea, and Victory on Land." Join a ranger to learn more about the story of "Starvation Island" and how the Guadalcanal campaign played a critical role in the Pacific Theater of World War II.

All Ages