Battle of Guadalcanal

Japanese Construction

May 15, 1942

Japanese begin construction of air base once they occupy Guadalcanal.

Allied Powers Confirm

Jul 6, 1942

Allied powers receive information about the finalization of the Japanese airfield.

Fighting Begins

Aug 7, 1942

U.S brings over 10,000 Marines to fight over Guadalcanal and Tulagi against a Japanese defending force of 2,200 people.

Henderson Field

Aug 8, 1942

Americans capture Japanese airfield and rename it "Henderson Field" after a fallen Marine pilot.

Tenaru River

Aug 21, 1942

The battle of Tenaru river takes place.

Edson's Ridge

Sep 13, 1942

The Battle of Edson's Ridge takes place.

Attempted Eviction

Dec 15, 1942

Americans attempt to evict the Japanese 17th Army from Guadalcanal.

Evacuation

Feb 1, 1943

Japan evacuates Guadalcanal.

Ending

Feb 9, 1943

Guadalcanal campaign ends.