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Maj. Gen. Alexander A. Vandergrift USMC, and General Alexander Patch US Army, who relieved Vandergrift, were the ground commanders. Vice Adm. Frank "Jack" Fletcher commanded the American naval forces until relieved of command after being wounded in battle. When the Americans invaded Guadalcanal on August 7, 1942, Vice Adm. Robert L. Ghormley was in overall command of the Southwest Pacific Theater. Vice Adm. William F. Halsey relieved Ghormley as theater commander on Oct. 18, 1942 and led the Americans to victory when the Americans took control of the island on February 9, 1943.
On the side of the allied forces:
(USA) Vice-Admiral Robert L. Ghormley (Commander, South Pacific Area)
(USA) Fleet Admiral William Halsey, Jr. (Commander of the Third Fleet)
(USA) Admiral Richmond K. Turner
(USA) General Alexander Vandergrift (1st Marine Division, United States Marine Corps)
(USA) General Alexander Patch
On the side of the Axis:
(JAP) Naval Marshal General Isoroku Yamamoto(Commander-in-Chief, Combined Fleet)
(JAP) Admiral Nishizo Tsukahara
(JAP) Vice-Admiral Jinichi Kusaka
(JAP) General Hitoshi Imamura
(JAP) General Harukichi Hyakutake
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How many soldiers were injured in the battle of Guadalcanal?
7,789+ on the US side and 0 injured for the Japs. This is because no Japs have ever been captured alive during WW2, except for one.
What was the significance The battle of Guadalcanal?
Some of the worst USN defeats and losses in US history; but the first US victory and the first Japanese defeat in WWII.
What was the longest Naval Battle in history over?
The naval battles for Guadalcanal in 1942 (lasted about 6 months). Guadalcanal is advertised on television (war movies and documentaries) as a US Marine Corps battle. It was, but it was a SMALL battle compared to the ferocious & brutal sea fighting incurred by the IJN and USN forces surrounding those islands.
Who was the supreme commander of the us forces in europe during ww2?
Gen Dwight Eisenhower was Supreme Commander of US Forces in Europe.He was Supreme Commander of NATO after that.
Where was the first major Japanese defeat during World War 2?
The Japanese lost 4 aircraft carriers and other ships at the Battle of Midway (Midway island) just 7 months after Pearl Harbor, from June 4 to June 7, 1942.Although the Japanese were the tactical winners in the much smaller Battle of the Coral Sea (May 4-8, 1942), it was a setback in terms of the continuing expansion of Japanese control of the Pacific. Both the US and Japanese had a carrier sunk.
How did the guadalcanal battle sart?
The US landed troops on the beaches to fight the Japanese
Who was the commander for the US during the battle of Iwo Jima?
Holland McTyeire "Howlin' Mad" Smith .
How many people died in the Battle of Guadalcanal?
Over 7,000 US servicemen died at Guadalcanal. Contrary to popular opinion, and the Television "History Channel/Military Channel" Guadalcanal episode, which was hosted by retired US Army General Norman Schwarzkopf; Guadalcanal not a "Marine Battle", Guadalcanal was a small Marine Corps action (compared to Tarawa and Iwo Jima), and a MASSIVE US Navy campaign (which was quickly glossed over in the televised segment). Approximately 1,769 US Marines perished on Guadalcanal, and about 420 US Airmen; but close to 5,000 US Sailors died fighting from 27 US Navy warships that were sunk, in histories most savage and furious sea battles, surrounding the Guadalcanal islands.
What battles where involved in the guadalcanal battle?
Battle of Friday the 13th (the only US Navy admirals killed in surface combat during WWII; Admirals Callaghan & Scott); Battle of Tassafaronga; Battle of Savo Island; Battle of the Santa Cruz Islands; Battles at Iron Bottom Sound.
How many soldiers were injured in the battle of Guadalcanal?
7,789+ on the US side and 0 injured for the Japs. This is because no Japs have ever been captured alive during WW2, except for one.
Who was fighting in the Guadalcanal battle?
USN vs Imperial Navy. US Marines & Imperial Army were supporting functions.
This battle was fought so Japan would be able to attack the main shipping routes from the US to Australia?
Guadalcanal
Why was the battle of of Guadalcanal fought?
The US needed to establish an air base to gain air superiority over the Solomons.
What was the significance The battle of Guadalcanal?
Some of the worst USN defeats and losses in US history; but the first US victory and the first Japanese defeat in WWII.
Who commanded the US Naval Fleet at the Battle of Guadalcanal?
The supreme U.S. Naval commander for the Pacific theater during WW2 was Admiral Chester W Nimitz. Admirals Halsey, Sprunace, Fletcher, and Lee all held senior fleet commands, but were subordinate to Nimitz.
What was the longest Naval Battle in history over?
The naval battles for Guadalcanal in 1942 (lasted about 6 months). Guadalcanal is advertised on television (war movies and documentaries) as a US Marine Corps battle. It was, but it was a SMALL battle compared to the ferocious & brutal sea fighting incurred by the IJN and USN forces surrounding those islands.
Who was the US commander and Governor of the Indian territory who defeated the British and Indian forces at the Battle of the Thames River in Canada during the War of 1812?
Harrison
