March 03, 2025
T his episode dive s into the planning and execution of the amphibious assault at Cape Torokina. From complex logistical challenges to the intense combat on the beaches, we cover how Task Force 31 and IMAC coordinated this massive operation. We also discuss the key engagements that followed the landing, including Sergeant Robert A. Owens' heroic assault on a fortified 75mm gun position, the bloody close-quarters combat that unfolded, and the strategic countermeasures taken to repel Japanese counterattacks.
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