On August 23 1942, a massive Japanese invasion fleet was dispatched to the island of Guadalcanal in response to American landings earlier than month. The Battle of the Eastern Solomon Islands began the following day.

Episode 39: Sea & Air Battles in the Solomon Islands

World War II Chronicles is a weekly look back to 'This Week in World War II, 75 Years Ago.' Originally produced in coordination with the National Archives to mark the 50th anniversary of the war, World War II Chronicles features original newsreel reports and archival footage to tell the story as it happened, week by week.  Hosted by famed World War II newsreel anchor Ed Herlihy, World War II Chronicles is produced by the American Veterans Center.

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World War II Chronicles is a weekly look back to 'This Week in World War II, 75 Years Ago.' Originally produced in coordination with the National Archives to mark the 50th anniversary of the war, World War II Chronicles features original newsreel reports and archival footage to tell the story as it happened, week by week. Hosted by famed World War II newsreel anchor Ed Herlihy, World War II Chronicles is produced by the American Veterans Center.

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Episode 39: Sea & Air Battles in the Solomon Islands

Episode 39: Sea & Air Battles in the Solomon Islands