The dramatic account of two American warships in World War II, this book follows the USS Astoria and USS Chicago during 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 Drawing on a variety of firsthand accounts, some previously unpublished, the book tells the story from the perspective of the men aboard each ship. It transports readers inside gun turrets, behind 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.
232 Pages
Softcover (7 x 10)
47 photos, diagrams, maps, notes, bibliography, index
ISBN 978-0-7 864-5897 -4
Ebook ISBN 978-0-7864-6007-6 2010
