HIPPOCKET HISTORY #20 - IN THE SHADOW OF THE RISING SUN (Part 5)

HIPPOCKET HISTORY #23 - In the Shadow Of The Rising Sun (part 8)

For extraordinary heroism and conspicuous gallantry in action above and beyond the call of duty while serving with.... some of the most well known individuals in Marine Corps and Coast Guard history. Reinforcements arrive when both Soldiers and Marines dig in for the defense around Henderson Field. Tune in to this riveting story of unwavering bravery and selfless heroism as the men involved make a stand against the Empire of Japan. Brett’s Call-to-Action * Follow us on:  * Instagram @Americafogofwar [https://www.instagram.com/americafogofwar/]   * TikTok @america_fogofwar [https://www.tiktok.com/@america_fogofwar] * Become a Member [https://www.americafogofwar.com/] for more insider content * Follow Civil War Trails — www.civilwartrails.org/ [https://www.civilwartrails.org/]    Hosts Colby Sumner        Brett Thomas                 Host                        Host

HIPPOCKET HISTORY #22 - IN THE SHADOW OF THE RISING SUN (Part 7)

For extraordinary heroism and conspicuous gallantry in action above and beyond the call of duty while serving with.... some of the most well known individuals in Marine Corps and Coast Guard history. Reinforcements arrive when both Soldiers and Marines dig in for the defense around Henderson Field. Tune in to this riveting story of unwavering bravery and selfless heroism as the men involved make a stand against the Empire of Japan. (EPISODE TO BE CONTINUED) Brett’s Call-to-Action * Follow us on:  * Instagram @Americafogofwar [https://www.instagram.com/americafogofwar/]   * TikTok @america_fogofwar [https://www.tiktok.com/@america_fogofwar] * Become a Member [https://www.americafogofwar.com/] for more insider content * Follow Civil War Trails — www.civilwartrails.org/ [https://www.civilwartrails.org/]    Hosts Colby Sumner        Brett Thomas                 Host                        Host

HIPPOCKET HISTORY #21 - IN THE SHADOW OF THE RISING SUN (Part 6)

Some of the first major engagements of the battle take place in this episode as the Imperial Japanese Army is determined to retake Henderson Field from the Marines defending it. Find out how native Solomon Islanders work to assist American troops in the desperate struggle to hold the line at all costs. Brett’s Call-to-Action * Follow us on:  * Instagram @Americafogofwar [https://www.instagram.com/americafogofwar/]   * TikTok @america_fogofwar [https://www.tiktok.com/@america_fogofwar] * Become a Member [https://www.americafogofwar.com/] for more insider content * Follow Civil War Trails — www.civilwartrails.org/ [https://www.civilwartrails.org/]    Hosts Colby Sumner        Brett Thomas                 Host                        Host

HIPPOCKET HISTORY #20 - IN THE SHADOW OF THE RISING SUN (Part 5)

The first major battle of the island hopping campaign began in the Solomon Islands on August 7, 1942. American Marines come ashore at Guadalcanal and the surrounding islands in an effort to secure the region from Japanese control. Although the Marines make great progress in the coming days, the U.S. Navy suffered their worst defeat in history. The campaign to establish a foothold in the Southwest Pacific becomes a very costly and deadly six month operation for both sides involved. Brett’s Call-to-Action * Follow us on:  * Instagram @Americafogofwar [https://www.instagram.com/americafogofwar/]   * TikTok @america_fogofwar [https://www.tiktok.com/@america_fogofwar] * Become a Member [https://www.americafogofwar.com/] for more insider content * Follow Civil War Trails — www.civilwartrails.org/ [https://www.civilwartrails.org/]    Hosts Colby Sumner        Brett Thomas                 Host                        Host

HIPPOCKET HISTORY #19 - IN THE SHADOW OF THE RISING SUN (Part 4)

Just one month after the Battle of Coral Sea, Japanese and American forces lock horns over the Pacific for control of a tiny island much closer to the U.S. mainland. The Battle of Midway kicks off early in June 1942 when the underdog U.S. Navy responds to four, massive Japanese carrier groups attacking the Marines at Midway Atoll. Follow along to find out why some historians say this is the turning point in the war as two major powers duke it out in the skies as our sailors and airmen handle this perilous threat. Brett’s Call-to-Action * Follow us on:  * Instagram @Americafogofwar [https://www.instagram.com/americafogofwar/]   * TikTok @america_fogofwar [https://www.tiktok.com/@america_fogofwar] * Become a Member [https://www.americafogofwar.com/] for more insider content * Follow Civil War Trails — www.civilwartrails.org/ [https://www.civilwartrails.org/]    Hosts Colby Sumner        Brett Thomas                 Host                        Host