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Destroyers in Action
Destroyers in Action, first published in 1945 as part of The U.S. Navy in Action Series, examines some of the important battles waged by the U.S. Navy destroyer fleet (especially those of World War II), and the stories of notable ships such as the Laffy, O'Bannon, Ward, and Prairie. Also included are profiles of the ships' officers and crews and legendary commanders, strategies and tactics used against the enemy, and historic naval conflicts. Author Richard Shafter served as an officer aboard a destroyer in WWII. Included are 11 pages of illustrations.
234 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 6, 2019
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May 14, 2017
Not what I was looking for
This is not a story but more of an explanation of what a destroyer is, it's different functions and versatility. I was disappointed in chapter 1, then skipped forward hoping to find destroyer stories but instead found a continuation of the historical development. I only read a few pages and lost interest.
This is not a story but more of an explanation of what a destroyer is, it's different functions and versatility. I was disappointed in chapter 1, then skipped forward hoping to find destroyer stories but instead found a continuation of the historical development. I only read a few pages and lost interest.
May 15, 2020
Finally
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