208: The Pacific War, 1942–43: Guadalcanal, the Aleutians, and Operation Vengeance
Topics discussed
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Battle of Attu: Captain Pence and the final Japanese stand
Introduction to the episode and preview of upcoming topics
Aftermath of Midway and Japanese strategic confusion
Admiral King's push for Guadalcanal and inter-service rivalry
Operation Watchtower planning and the landing on Red Beach
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Early fighting: Battle of Savo Island and the Tokyo Express
Naval battles, Bloody Ridge, and the arrival of Halsey
Sergeant John Basalone's heroic defense of the perimeter
Naval Battle of Guadalcanal and the Sullivans' sacrifice
Japanese withdrawal and the turning of the tide
The assassination of Admiral Yamamoto
Conclusion, credits, and patron acknowledgments
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