The Adventures of M. James.
The Adventures Of M. James
Michael James
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The Adventures Of M. James: A Sailor's Diary Aboard The USS Monterey Four ships of the United States Navy have been named USS Monterey, after the Battle of Monterey in the Mexican-American War. - The first Monterey was a screw tug that operated in San Francisco Bay from 1863 to 1892.
, CVL-26 by Michael James presents the World War II diary entries kept by a young sailor, against strict Navy regulations. Brief day-by-day entries tell of more than two years of action in the Pacific Theater, including eleven major battles and a massive typhoon typhoon: see hurricane. that nearly sank the Monterey. Entries also tell of long weeks of boredom, the loss of friends who fell overboard with no hope of rescue, the author's concern for his siblings in other Marine divisions, and his surprise at his own excitement in battle. A candid portrayal of war, illustrated with black-and-white photographs, and especially recommended for naval history buffs.
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