Battle of Edson's Ridge (1942 AD)

Battle of Edson's Ridge (British Solomon Islands vs Side B) took place in 1942 AD during Guadalcanal campaign.

Battle facts

• Year: 1942 AD
• Date: 1942-09-14
• Era: Modern
• Conflict: Guadalcanal campaign
• Side A: British Solomon Islands
• Commanders (A): Alexander Vandegrift, Merritt A. Edson
• Commanders (B): Harukichi Hyakutake, Kiyotake Kawaguchi
• Casualties: approx. 104–111 killed or missing 278–283 wounded 4 tanks destroyed700–800 dead or missing
• Outcome: Allied victory
• Coordinates: -9.447°, 160.048°

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