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American Practical Navigator
Author | : Nathaniel Bowditch |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 798 |
Release | : 1912 |
Genre | : Nautical astronomy |
ISBN | : |
Wrinkles in Practical Navigation ...
Author | : Squire Thornton Stratford Lecky |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 582 |
Release | : 1890 |
Genre | : Navigation |
ISBN | : |
Grave Misfortune: The USS Indianapolis Tragedy
Author | : Richard A. Hulver |
Publisher | : Government Printing Office |
Total Pages | : 438 |
Release | : 2019-06-03 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 016095021X |
Dedicated to the Sailors and Marines who lost their lives on the final voyage of USS Indianapolis and to those who survived the torment at sea following its sinking. plus the crews that risked their lives in rescue ships. The USS Indianapolis (CA-35) was a decorated World War II warship that is primarily remembered for her worst 15 minutes. . This ship earned ten (10) battle stars for her service in World War II and was credited for shooting down nine (9) enemy planes. However, this fame was overshadowed by the first 15 minutes July 30, 1945, when she was struck by two (2) torpedoes from Japanese submarine I-58 and sent to the bottom of the Philippine Sea. The sinking of Indianapolis and the loss of 880 crew out of 1,196 --most deaths occurring in the 4-5 day wait for a rescue delayed --is a tragedy in U.S. naval history. This historical reference showcases primary source documents to tell the story of Indianapolis, the history of this tragedy from the U.S. Navy perspective. It recounts the sinking, rescue efforts, follow-up investigations, aftermath and continuing communications efforts. Included are deck logs to better understand the ship location when she sunk and testimony of survivors and participants. For additional historical publications produced by the U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command, please check out these resources here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/agency/naval-history-heritage-command Year 2016 marked the 71st anniversary of the sinking and another spike in public attention on the loss -- including a big screen adaptation of the story, talk of future films, documentaries, and planned expeditions to locate the wreckage of the warship.
The Atomic Bomb and the End of World War II
Author | : Herbert Feis |
Publisher | : Princeton University Press |
Total Pages | : 222 |
Release | : 2015-03-08 |
Genre | : Political Science |
ISBN | : 1400868262 |
This book discusses the decision to use the atomic bomb. Libraries and scholars will find it a necessary adjunct to their other studies by Pulitzer-Prize author Herbert Feis on World War II. Originally published in 1966. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.
Beans, Bullets, and Black Oil
Author | : Worrall Reed Carter |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 520 |
Release | : 1953 |
Genre | : Government publications |
ISBN | : |
The Sailor's Word-book
Author | : William Henry Smyth |
Publisher | : London : Blackie and son |
Total Pages | : 836 |
Release | : 1867 |
Genre | : Military art and science |
ISBN | : |
Maritime Economics
Author | : Alan Branch |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 597 |
Release | : 2013-04-15 |
Genre | : Business & Economics |
ISBN | : 1134742673 |
Now in its second edition Maritime Economics provides a valuable introduction to the organisation and workings of the global shipping industry. The author outlines the economic theory as well as many of the operational practicalities involved. Extensively revised for the new edition, the book has many clear illustrations and tables. Topics covered include: * an overview of international trade * Maritime Law * economic organisation and principles * financing ships and shipping companies * market research and forecasting.