A Ridge Too Far PTO (id:#65975)

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Prior Publication: Critical Hit #2

Point Cruz, Guadalcanal 1942-09-27 (14 others)

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Overview:

In an effort to breakthrough the Japanese defenses on the Matanikau River, the Marines devised a hasty plan. The 7th Marines would land behind enemy lines while the 1st Raider Battalion was to move inland and cross the Matanikau at the one-log bridge. The Raiders were stopped there unfortunately. The 7th Marines landed and moved inland 500 yards to the crest of a nearby ridge and established a blocking position. The Japanese were able to launch a two-prong attack on the Marines. A destroyer and landing craft were sent to extract the first Battalion out of there.

Defender: Japanese (124th Infantry Regiment)  

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