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She was one of the most feared American submarines in World War II.
The U.S. Navy named her the USS Rasher. But she was called...
RED SCORPION
During the War in the Pacific, one submarine and its sailors made history with their aggressive tactics, relentless pursuit of the Japanese fleet, and astounding combat record: the USS Rasher. During eight war patrols, she sank eighteen Japanese ships -- the second-highest tonnage of the war -- and went on to earn a Presidential Unit Citation. In one of the Rasher's most daring attacks, she sank four enemy vessels, including an aircraft carrier, in a single night action off the Philippines.
Here, Navy veteran Peter Sasgen -- whose father served aboard the Rasher -- details the gripping true account of this storied warship, her dogged commanders, and the brave crewmen who made the "Red Scorpion" a legend in the annals of submarine warfare.
Review
"A fine adventure story and well told. Sasgen has added another worthy chapter to the history of a too long 'silent service.'"
-- Submarine Review
Synopsis
From the author of "War Plan Red" comes the true story of one of America's most successful--and feared--submarines in service in the Pacific during World War II. Sasgen draws from the letters and papers of the crew, including his own father who served during all eight of the sub's war patrols.