This week in Pacific history

November 1st - November 7th

November 1st - November 7th

Sherman tank in Pakchon, Korea

A US Army Sherman M4A3E8 tank follows troops of the United Nations (UN) force, who are walking down a smoke filled road in the Pakchon area of North Korea. The smoke is from burning villages and vegetation. Some soldiers are riding on the rear of the tank, while one soldier in front of the tank checks the road for evidence of land mines.

Phillip Oliver Hobson

November 1st, 1942World War II: The Matanikau Offensive of Guadalcanal Campaign begins and concludes three days later with an American victory.
November 1st, 1955 – The beginning of American involvement in Vietnam begins with the establishment of the Military Assistance Advisory Group.
November 2nd, 1963 – The assassination of South Vietnamese President Ngô Đình Diệm occurs after a military coup.
November 3rd, 1946 – The Constitution of Japan is adopted.
November 5th, 1950Korean War: During the Battle of Pakchon, British and Australian forces successfully halt advancing Chinese troops.