October 1942: Crisis in the Deserts, Cities, and Jungles

National Mall and Memorial Parks

  • Oct 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM
  • Free

In October 1942, the military situation was reaching a critical point around the world. In Egypt, the British needed a decisive victory. In the Soviet Union, the Battle of Stalingrad was reaching a turning point. In the Pacific, the Guadalcanal Campaign was entering a critical phase. How did these three very different battles shape the direction of the Second World War? Why were they so important to the Allied war effort? Join a ranger to discover how these three battles influenced the course of the war.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

World War II Memorial (ranger station)

Schedule

Date:

Oct 23, 2026

Time:

7:00 PM, 8:00 PM

Duration:

30 minutes

Contact Information

Ranger Paul O'Brian
(202) 438-7066

Event Type

  • Talk