The Battle of Guadalcanal was a significant conflict during World War II. Synonyms for this intense battle include the Guadalcanal Campaign, the Battle for Guadalcanal, and the Pacific Campaign. The conflict lasted from August 1942 to February 1943, and involved thousands of American and Japanese soldiers fighting for control of the strategically important Solomon Islands in the South Pacific. Other synonyms for the Battle of Guadalcanal may include specific battles within the campaign, such as the Battle of the Tenaru, the Battle of Edson's Ridge, and the Battle of Cape Esperance. Overall, the Battle of Guadalcanal was a pivotal moment in the war and is remembered as a major turning point in the Pacific Theater.