The dramatic account of two American warships in the South Pacific; this book follows the USS Astoria (CA-34) and USS Chicago (CA-29) during the late summer of 1942; when both participated in the early days of the critical battle for Guadalcanal. Drawing on a variety of firsthand accounts; some previously unpublished; the book tells the story from the perspective of the men aboard each ship; transporting readers inside the gun turrets; behind the lookout binoculars; and below deck as the battle rages. Individual stories of heroism; sacrifice and survival unfold as both vessels meet their fates in the South Pacific.
#2978942 in Books McFarland 2008-12-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.90 x .70 x 5.90l; .70 #File Name: 0786439548220 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Outstanding book!!By LorriThis book is written about my great; great; great grandfather so I am a bit partial; but it is fantastically written. If you ever wanted to read an accurate account of the Civil War from one man's perspective this is it. Reading Nathaniel Raymer's letters literally puts you in his boots.1 of 3 people found the following review helpful. This is great!By NancyThis man; Raymer; is my son's; I don't know how many greats; great grandfather. They love it because it's family history and civil war history.1 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Family HistoryBy Susan K. MayhewJust what I wanted. Eye witness account that referenced my family in the Civil War. Nice to see our name recorded.
