Author: James D. Hornfischer

Ship of Ghosts: The Story of the USS Houston, FDR's Legendary Lost Cruiser, and the Epic Saga of Her Survivors : Book Review

"Ship of Ghosts" by James D. Hornfischer brings an extraordinary account of the USS Houston and the courageous men who served aboard her during World War II. Through meticulous research and a captivating narrative, Hornfischer masterfully intertwines personal stories, historical context, and naval strategy to create a compelling and vivid...

by Charlotte Mitchell

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The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors: The Extraordinary World War II Story of the U.S. Navy's Finest Hour : Book Review

"The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors" by James D. Hornfischer is an incredibly compelling and harrowing account of the Battle off Samar during World War II. It tells the story of a small group of American ships that were given the daunting task of defending the vulnerable American...

by Charlotte Mitchell