DARK WATERS, STARRY SKIES: The Guadalcanal-Solomons Campaign, March-October 1943

The U.S. Navy had finally managed to complete the capture of Guadalcanal from the Japanese in early 1943. Allies sought to keep the offensive momentum won at such a high cost on the Pacific island. The Japanese Navy then continued to be formidable despite its wounding in previous battles but knew how victory on and around New Georgia would ultimately ensure victory in the Pacific War. 8 pages of photos & maps.