Ordeal By Sea

Ordeal By Sea: The Tragedy Of The U.S.S. Indianapolis is a non-fiction book written by Thomas Helm. The book is a detailed account of the tragic events that occurred on July 30, 1945, when the U.S.S. Indianapolis was torpedoed by a Japanese submarine in the Pacific Ocean. The ship, which was carrying crucial parts for the atomic bomb that would eventually be dropped on Hiroshima, sank in just 12 minutes, leaving over 1,000 sailors stranded in shark-infested waters. Helm's book provides an in-depth look at the events leading up to the sinking of the U.S.S. Indianapolis, as well as the aftermath of the tragedy. He explores the heroism and bravery of the sailors who fought for survival in the face of starvation, dehydration, and constant shark attacks. The book also sheds light on the controversial court-martial of the ship's captain, Charles McVay, who was blamed for the disaster.Ordeal By Sea is a gripping and emotional account of one of the most tragic events in U.S. naval history. It offers a detailed and well-researched look at the events surrounding the sinking of the U.S.S. Indianapolis, as well as the human toll of the tragedy. Helm's book is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history, World War II, or the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.