Remembering Guadalcanal 80 years later

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Remembering Guadalcanal 80 years later

This iconic image from the Battle of Guam testifies to the strong bonds forged between the Marine Corps and the Coast Guard over the course of the Pacific War. (Courtesy of the Coast Guard)

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Photo by: USCG | VIRIN: 220715-G-CG123-1001.JPG

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