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During World War II, 2,700 Liberty ships served as the backbone of the American supply chain, delivering critical resources to every major theater of war. In this compelling memoir, A.A. Hoehling recounts his experiences as a gunnery officer serving with the U.S. Naval Armed Guard. From the Mediterranean to India and the perilous Atlantic, Hoehling provides an intimate look at life aboard these "ugly ducklings."
He vividly captures the stark contrast between the long, monotonous stretches at sea and the sudden, terrifying reality of combat—threatened by German aircraft, predatory submarines, and the unforgiving fury of the Great Atlantic Storm of 1944. Beyond his personal survival, including a harrowing collision near Southampton, Hoehling serves as a voice for the young men under his command who made the ultimate sacrifice in obscure corners of the globe. Blending historical insight with wit and a poignant sense of humanity, this book is an essential account of the courage and devotion displayed by those who maintained the vital lifeline of the Allied war effort.
Used (good, see images, some yellowing and minor dust jacket wear) Hardcover ISBN 0873384202
