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Book Review of The Terrible Hours: The Greatest Submarine Rescue in History

The Terrible Hours: The Greatest Submarine Rescue in History
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On the eve of WWII the Squalus, one of Americas newest subs went down. During those early days the rescue capability was very limited. Incredibly, Chales "Swede" Momson was able to rescue thirty three members of the crew. This is the story of that rescue.