The Battle for Vella Lavella

Name: The Battle for Vella Lavella
Brand: McFarland & Co Inc
SKU: 9780786473274
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The Allied Recapture of Solomon Islands Territory, August 15-September 9, 1943

By Reg Newell

Summary

The Battle for Vella Lavella by Reg Newell dives into a lesser-known yet crucial episode in World War II's Pacific theatre. The book meticulously chronicles the strategic military operations that took place on Vella Lavella Island between Allied and Japanese forces. It captures the tactical manoeuvres, challenges, and successes involved in the battle, offering a detailed examination of this pivotal moment in history without risking spoilers.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by detailed accounts of World War II battles, particularly those in the Pacific Theatre. It offers an in-depth look at the strategies and experiences of the forces involved, providing a rich narrative for military history enthusiasts who appreciate tactical analysis and personal stories from wartime.

The Battle for Vella Lavella

During World War II the Solomon Islands became the scene of a titanic struggle between Allied and Japanese forces. This book is the first detailed examination of the struggle for Vella Lavella covering the ground, air and sea battles and the involvement of American and New Zealand soldiers, the coast watchers, South Pacific Scouts and the Islanders.

Description

During World War II, the Solomon Islands became the scene of a titanic struggle between Allied and Japanese forces. After their victory on Guadalcanal, Americans advanced into the New Georgia Group with horrendous casualties. Admiral Halsey then implemented an "island hopping" strategy, bypassing Japanese strongpoints. The first was an obscure island called Vella Lavella.

The Battle for Vella Lavella is the first detailed examination of the struggle for Vella Lavella, covering the ground, air, and sea battles and the involvement of American and New Zealand soldiers, the coastwatchers, South Pacific Scouts, and the Islanders.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780786473274

Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 December 2015

Country: United States

Imprint: McFarland & Co Inc

Illustration: 37 photos, 4 maps, chronology, appendices, glossary, notes, bibliography, index

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 381g

Pages: 276

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About the Author

Reg Newell has a doctoral degree from Massey University, Palmerston North (with a dissertation on New Zealand’s Third Division in the Pacific) and continues researching the Pacific War. He lives in Upper Hutt, New Zealand.