History Of The Marine Corps

For months, the Marines endured brutal combat, disease, and exhaustion on Guadalcanal. The 1st Marine Division, depleted by malaria and months of fighting, finally got their relief.  The Americans, strengthened by fresh troops, moved in, bracing for a tough battle. But the Japanese had other plans. While the Americans prepared for a fight, the enemy was already disappearing into the night. This episode covers the final days of the Guadalcanal campaign—the brutal battle for Hill 27, the Marines' last engagements, and the lessons that shaped future Pacific battles. Guadalcanal wasn’t just a victory—it was the moment that forced Japan onto the defensive for the rest of the war. ************* Visit HistoryoftheMarineCorps.com to subscribe to our newsletter, explore episode notes and images, and see our references. Follow us on social media for updates and bonus content: Facebook and Twitter (@marinehistory) and Instagram (@historyofthemarines). This episode is sponsored by Audible. Visit AudibleTrial.com/marinehi