Episode 627-Interview with Dave R. Holland

Ray Harris Jr. interviews Dave Holland, author of a recent book on the Matanikau Front battles, to kick off coverage of Operation Watchtower. Holland brings granular knowledge of the Guadalcanal campaign — the why behind choosing the island, the strategic context in the South Pacific, and the opening moves of America's first major ground offensive against Japan. A strong companion to the next episode and a proper entry point for the campaign.