The War Below: The Story of Three Submarines That Battled Japan

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Book Synopsis: “Beautifully researched and masterfully told” (Alex Kershaw, New York Times bestselling author of Escape from the Deep), this is the riveting story of the heroic and tragic US submarine force that helped win World War II in the Pacific. Focusing on the unique stories of three of the war’s top submarines—Silversides, Drum, and Tang—The War Below vividly re-creates the camaraderie, exhilaration, and fear of the brave volunteers who took the fight to the enemy’s coastline in World War II. Award-winning journalist James Scott recounts incredible feats of courage—from an emergency appendectomy performed with kitchen utensils to sailors’ desperate struggle to escape from a flooded submarine—as well as moments of unimaginable tragedy, including an attack on an unmarked enemy freighter carrying 1,800 American prisoners of war. The casualty rate among submariners topped that of all other military branches. The war claimed almost one out of every five submarines, and a submarine crewman was six times more likely to die than a sailor onboard a surface ship. But this valorous service accomplished its mission; Silversides, Drum, and Tang sank a combined sixty-two freighters, tankers, and transports. The Japanese were so ravaged from the loss of precious supplies that by the war’s end, pilots resorted to suicidal kamikaze missions and hungry civilians ate sawdust while warships had to drop anchor due to lack of fuel. In retaliation, the Japanese often beat, tortured, and starved captured submariners in the atrocious prisoner of war camps. Based on more than 100 interviews with submarine veterans and thousands of pages of previously unpublished letters and diaries, The War Below lets readers experience the battle for the Pacific as never before.

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Looking for a gripping World War II story that will keep you on the edge of your seat? Look no further than "The War Below: The Story of Three Submarines That Battled Japan". This meticulously researched and expertly written book takes you deep into the lives of the brave US submariners who risked it all to secure victory in the Pacific. With incredible tales of heroism and gut-wrenching moments of tragedy, you'll be captivated from beginning to end.

Author James Scott pulls no punches in portraying the camaraderie, exhilaration, and fear that permeated the submarines of Silversides, Drum, and Tang. These vessels and their crewmates faced unimaginable challenges, from performing life-saving surgeries with kitchen utensils to navigating treacherous waters under enemy fire.

But their sacrifices were not in vain. Silversides, Drum, and Tang delivered devastating blows to the Japanese, sinking over sixty enemy ships and disrupting crucial supply lines. By the end of the war, the Japanese were reduced to desperate measures, resorting to suicidal kamikaze missions. Their civilian population suffered from hunger, resorting to consuming sawdust, while their warships were immobilized due to fuel shortages.

With over 100 interviews with submarine veterans and a treasure trove of previously unpublished letters and diaries, "The War Below" offers an unprecedented glimpse into the heart-pounding battles waged beneath the ocean surface. You'll feel the tension, share the triumphs, and mourn the losses alongside these extraordinary men.

Don't miss out on this captivating piece of history. Experience the bravery and sacrifice of the submariners who helped win World War II. Grab your copy of "The War Below: The Story of Three Submarines That Battled Japan" and immerse yourself in an unforgettable tale.

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