Archival footage and interviews tell the story of the war in the Pacific.
EPISODE 3
The Rise of the Japanese Empire
The rise of Japanese power leads to the attack on Pearl Harbor.
EPISODE 4
America Goes to War in the Pacific
Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor brings America to war.
EPISODE 5
The U.S. and the Philippines
World War II stalls the Philippines' quest for independence.
EPISODE 6
The Navy Holds: 1942
Adm. Nimitz takes over the Pacific command after Pearl Harbor.
EPISODE 7
The Battle for Guadalcanal
The First Marine Division captures Guadalcanal.
EPISODE 8
War in the North: The Aleutians
Japan and the United States battle for the strategic Aleutian Islands.
Westbrook Van Voorhis