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"The One-Log Bridge", Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands 1942-09-26 (10 others)

Overview:

As part of the three-pronged attack against Japanese positions on the western bank of the Matanikau River, the 1st Raider Battalion was to cross the river at a small footbridge. At the same time, elements of the 5th Marines would attack at the river's mouth, tying down the Japanese forces. Finally, half of Chesty Puller's 1st Battalion of the 7th Marines would be landed west of the Matanikau to encircle the defenders. All of these actions hinged on the Raiders crossing the Matanikau and attacking from the west bank of the river., but none of the Marine planners knew the Japanese had crossed to the east bank of the river.

Defender: Japanese (12th Company, 124th Infantry Regiment)  

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