Staff Sgt. Stephon Smith carries what are believed to be the remains of a fallen Marine killed in 1942 during the Battle of ...

The opening of the battle of Guadalcanal. On board the USS San Francisco ... sides leading to confusion and friendly fire. The men fought with bravery and commitment but at a terrible price.

In January 1943, as the Battle of Guadalcanal neared its final days ... With anti-aircraft guns blazing and chaos unfolding, the ship fought back—but devastating torpedo strikes left her ...