The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors
The Extraordinary World War II Story of the U.S. Navy's Finest Hour
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Military History
Summary:
The book recounts the heroic actions of the U.S. Navy's smaller escort carriers and destroyers during the Battle off Samar, part of the larger Battle of Leyte Gulf in 1944, where they faced off against a vastly superior Japanese fleet. It details the incredible bravery and sacrifice of the American sailors who, despite being outgunned, fought valiantly to protect the landing forces in the Philippines and contributed to a pivotal victory in the Pacific theater.
Key points:
1. The Battle of Leyte Gulf: The book centers on this historic naval battle where a smaller U.S. fleet bravely faced a larger Japanese one.
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