Description |
viii, 426 pages : illustrations, map ; 24 cm |
Summary |
The "story of the submarine force that helped win World War II in the Pacific by ravaging Japan's merchant fleet and destroying the nation's economy. Focusing on the unique stories of three of the wars top submarines--Silversides, Drum, and Tang--[the author] takes readers beneath the waves to experience the determination, heroism, and tragedy that defined the submarine service"--Dust jacket flap. |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
Subject |
World War, 1939-1945 -- Naval operations -- Submarine.
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World War, 1939-1945 -- Naval operations, American.
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World War, 1939-1945 -- Campaigns -- Pacific Area.
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Drum (Submarine)
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Tang (Submarine : SS-306)
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Silversides (Submarine)
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ISBN |
9781439176832 (hbk.) |
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1439176833 (hbk.) |
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