Great WW2 non-fiction about the Battle of Leyte Gulf, told largely from the perspective of the crews of the destroyers and destroyer escorts sent to defend against the powerful Japanese surface armada trying to destroy the U.S. invasion force going ashore in the Philipines. I'm sure a lot of the history buffs here know the story of "Taffy 3" and her escorts.
If you don't know the story, or only have a passing familiarity, read this book. The crews on those vessels endured incredible hardships, demonstrated immense courage and sense of duty, and probably saved 10s of thousands of American lives with their heroism on the morning of the main battle.
Book is beautifully written, with several included picture sections. The author provides detailed notes and references at the end of the book, including references to the many personal letters he used to reconstruct the lives of the people involved, and what they saw in the battle. Paperback can be had on eBay for under $10 bucks.
If you don't know the story, or only have a passing familiarity, read this book. The crews on those vessels endured incredible hardships, demonstrated immense courage and sense of duty, and probably saved 10s of thousands of American lives with their heroism on the morning of the main battle.
Book is beautifully written, with several included picture sections. The author provides detailed notes and references at the end of the book, including references to the many personal letters he used to reconstruct the lives of the people involved, and what they saw in the battle. Paperback can be had on eBay for under $10 bucks.
