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The explosive true story of the "forgotten" WWII battle that turned the tide against Japan in the South Pacific
June 1943: The Japanese Imperial Army's relentless assault on the Solomons has been stopped cold by the Marines at Guadalcanal. Now is the time for U.S. troops to beat back a staggered, surprised enemy. An untried division of New England National Guardsmen sets off down the deadly Munda Trail to face a superior, battle-hardened foe. They quickly learn the grim realities of jungle warfare
June 1943: The Japanese Imperial Army's relentless assault on the Solomons has been stopped cold by the Marines at Guadalcanal. Now is the time for U.S. troops to beat back a staggered, surprised enemy. An untried division of New England National Guardsmen sets off down the deadly Munda Trail to face a superior, battle-hardened foe. They quickly learn the grim realities of jungle warfare