D. It led to the development of the island-hopping strategy.
The Battle of Guadalcanal was an important turning point in the Pacific theater because it marked the first major offensive by Allied forces against Japan. The victory at Guadalcanal showed that the Japanese were not invincible and led to a change in strategy for the Allies. Rather than attempting to take every Japanese-held island in the Pacific, they began a campaign of island-hopping, targeting strategic islands that could be used as air bases to support further offensives. This strategy helped to isolate and cut off Japanese forces, ultimately leading to their defeat.
Why was the Battle of Guadalcanal an important turning point in the Pacific theater?
A.
It was the first U.S. victory in the Pacific.
B.
It was the first battle on the Chinese mainland.
C.
It forced the surrender of the Japanese navy.
D.
It led to the development of the island-hopping strategy.
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