Edson's Ridge - Hill 80 (hill 1)

Tenaru
Guadalcanal, Solomon Islands

Hill 80 was the epicenter of the Battle of Edson's Ridge (12-14 September 1942), which was won by the Americans. Sgt. Basilone earned his Medal of Honor here.

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Text by: Kaj Metz

Photo(s): Smith, Michael T. (2000) Bloody Ridge: The Battle That Saved Guadalcanal

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