Documents the invasion and capture of Angaur Island (Palau group) by
the 81st ("Wildcat") Infantry Division in its first battle. In July
1944 the troops relax at Honolulu. Shows activities aboard a troop
transport, including a ceremony at the Equator, en route to Guadalcanal
for a practice landing in August. On Sept. 17 Angaur is invaded after a
bombardment by ships and carrier planes. Contains many scenes of U.S.
troops burning and blasting Japanese soldiers from their cave
emplacements. Explains the tactics for securing "Suicide Hill." Shows
Gen. Robert Richardson. A Treasury Department trailer urges the
purchase of war bonds.