| Start: Saturday October 17, 1942 |
Bombardement of a Japanese supply stores near Tassafaronga (Guadalcanal). Although minor, this action will have deep consequences for Hyakutake's offensive 4 days later, by depriving him of greatly needed supplies.| Allied | Axis | |
| Forces | US bombardment force: 2 destroyers. | - |
| Losses | - | - |