On this day in 1943, the 186-day Battle of Guadalcanal ends. More than 7,000 American personnel have been killed in the campaign on land and sea. Japan’s losses are more than twice that.

On this day in 1943, the 186-day Battle of Guadalcanal ends. More than 7,000 American personnel have been killed in the campaign on land and sea. Japan’s losses are more than twice that. pic.twitter.com/soUHNjV8c0

— Military History Now (@MilHistNow) February 9, 2025