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"Despite the US Navy's huge contribution to allied victory in World War II, stories of individual ships and their crews have formed an oddly small niche in the American literature on the struggle. But if the niche is small, its quality glimmers with the works of authors like Edward Stafford and James Hornfischer. Now John Wukovits's narrative of the Samuel B. Roberts joins this illustrious company. From the building yard to the agonies of survivors pitted against an unforgiving sea, this outstanding account is a loving tribute to an immortal vessel and her heroic crew. -- ""Richard Frank, author of Guadalcanal"" On October 25, 1944, the USS Samuel B. Roberts took part in one of the most doomed naval battles in US history...Wukovits recounts the battle in harrowing detail, while providing intimate glimpses into the lives of the men on board. -- ""Publishers Weekly"" This story of the brave and resourceful officers and crew of the gallant Samuel B. Roberts is one that should be read by every American who cares two cents about his country. It is a thrilling story of self-sacrifice, of David versus many Goliaths, of a little war vessel with a paper-thin hull saluting, stepping up, and making a charge to death and glory. After I finished reading, I wanted to stand up and cheer. I still do. -- ""Homer Hickam, #1 New York Times bestselling author "" World War II historian Wukovits commemorates the heroism and sacrifice on board the USS Samuel B. Roberts...A memorable account of training, service and heroism. -- ""Kirkus Reviews"""

World War II historian Wukovits commemorates the heroism and sacrifice on board the USS Samuel B. Roberts...A memorable account of training, service and heroism. -- Kirkus Reviews On October 25, 1944, the USS Samuel B. Roberts took part in one of the most doomed naval battles in US history...Wukovits recounts the battle in harrowing detail, while providing intimate glimpses into the lives of the men on board. -- Publishers Weekly Despite the US Navy's huge contribution to allied victory in World War II, stories of individual ships and their crews have formed an oddly small niche in the American literature on the struggle. But if the niche is small, its quality glimmers with the works of authors like Edward Stafford and James Hornfischer. Now John Wukovits's narrative of the Samuel B. Roberts joins this illustrious company. From the building yard to the agonies of survivors pitted against an unforgiving sea, this outstanding account is a loving tribute to an immortal vessel and her heroic crew. -- Richard Frank, author of Guadalcanal This story of the brave and resourceful officers and crew of the gallant Samuel B. Roberts is one that should be read by every American who cares two cents about his country. It is a thrilling story of self-sacrifice, of David versus many Goliaths, of a little war vessel with a paper-thin hull saluting, stepping up, and making a charge to death and glory. After I finished reading, I wanted to stand up and cheer. I still do. -- Homer Hickam, #1 New York Times bestselling author

Despite the US Navy's huge contribution to allied victory in World War II, stories of individual ships and their crews have formed an oddly small niche in the American literature on the struggle. But if the niche is small, its quality glimmers with the works of authors like Edward Stafford and James Hornfischer. Now John Wukovits's narrative of the Samuel B. Roberts joins this illustrious company. From the building yard to the agonies of survivors pitted against an unforgiving sea, this outstanding account is a loving tribute to an immortal vessel and her heroic crew. -- Richard Frank, author of Guadalcanal On October 25, 1944, the USS Samuel B. Roberts took part in one of the most doomed naval battles in US history...Wukovits recounts the battle in harrowing detail, while providing intimate glimpses into the lives of the men on board. -- Publishers Weekly This story of the brave and resourceful officers and crew of the gallant Samuel B. Roberts is one that should be read by every American who cares two cents about his country. It is a thrilling story of self-sacrifice, of David versus many Goliaths, of a little war vessel with a paper-thin hull saluting, stepping up, and making a charge to death and glory. After I finished reading, I wanted to stand up and cheer. I still do. -- Homer Hickam, #1 New York Times bestselling author World War II historian Wukovits commemorates the heroism and sacrifice on board the USS Samuel B. Roberts...A memorable account of training, service and heroism. -- Kirkus Reviews

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John Wukovits, a military expert specializing in the Pacific theater of World War II, is the author of many books, including Eisenhower: A Biography. Robertson Dean has played leading roles on and off Broadway and at dozens of regional theaters throughout the country. He has a BA from Tufts University and an MFA from Yale. His audiobook narration has garnered ten AudioFile Earphones Awards. He now lives in Los Angeles, where he works in film and television in addition to narrating.

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