Clear the bridge! : the war patrols of the U.S.S. Tang / by Richard H. O'Kane.
Clear the bridge! : the war patrols of the U.S.S. Tang / by Richard H. O'Kane.
By
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O'Kane, Richard H., 1911-
Publication Date
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1997, 1977
Publication Information
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Novato, Calif. : Presidio Press,
Physical Description
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480 p. : ill.
Subject Term
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World War, 1939-1945 -- Naval operations -- Submarine.
World War, 1939-1945 -- Pacific Ocean.
World War, 1939-1945 -- Naval opertions, American.
World War, 1939-1945 -- Naval operations, American.
Admirals -- United States -- Biography.
Summary
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The story of Tang and her gallant crew ranks with the most amazing of naval history. Whether rescuing Navy fliers off Truk or stalking enemy convoys off Japan, Tang carried the war to the enemy with unparalleled ferocity. Tang ’s skipper on all five of her war patrols, Rear Admiral Richard H. O’Kane is acknowledged as the top submarine skipper of World War II. His personal decorations include three Navy Crosses and the Congressional Medal of Honor. He retired as a rear admiral from his command of the Submarine School, rounding out twenty years with the boats.
Language
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English
ISBN
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9780891415732
| Library | Collection | Collection | Call Number | Status |
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| Gander (GGR) | Adult NFic | Adult Non-Fiction | 940.545 OK1 | Checked In |
| Placentia (APA) | Adult NFic | Adult Non-Fiction | 940.545 OK1 | Checked In |