Location
This area is located on Guadalcanal, to the west of The Gifu. Further to the west is the Galloping Horse area. Nicknamed 'seahorse' due to the area's grass covered hill spine from the air resembles a seahorse shape. The feature is made up of Hill 43 at the southern end (the head of the seahore), and Hill 44 at the northern edge.

Wartime History
Assaulted by the US Army 35th Division on January 8-11, 1943. The US Army 35th Infantry Division "Cacti", commanded by Colonel Robert B. McClure was tasked with attacking the Sea Horse. The 3d Battalion, commanded by Lt. Col. William J. Mullen, Jr., was to advance southwest from Hill 27 at the Gifu and then swing north to seize Hills 43 and 44. Lt. Col. James B. Leer's 1st Battalion was to be initially in regimental reserve, following about a half day's march behind the 3d Battalion.

Hill 43
Hill located further to the south, located near the peak of seahorse.

Hill 44
Hill located further to the north of the seahorse.

Clean Sweep Area
American forces wiped out Japanese in caves in this area.

75mm (Type 41 ) Mountain Gun 243
Abandoned at the battlefield

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Last Updated
October 6, 2009