A Grave Misfortune: The USS Indianapolis Tragedy

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A Grave Misfortune: The USS Indianapolis Tragedy

Richard Hulver and Peter C. Luebke (associate editor) (Contributions to Naval History No. 7), 2018, ISBN 978-1-943604-27-2

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Examines the circumstances surrounding the sinking of Indianapolis on 30 July 1945, including primary source documents describing the sinking, rescue efforts, investigations, aftermath, and continuing commemoration efforts.

Published: Thu Jan 04 13:37:23 EST 2024

Naval History and Heritage Command

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