Publisher's Synopsis
The Battle of Savo is a historical non-fiction book written by Stan E. Smith. The book details the events of the Battle of Savo Island, which took place on August 9, 1942, during World War II. The battle was fought between the United States and Japan in the waters near Guadalcanal, an island in the South Pacific. The book provides a detailed account of the battle, including the tactics used by both sides, the ships involved, and the casualties suffered by both sides. The author also explores the aftermath of the battle, including the impact it had on the war in the Pacific and the lessons learned by the US Navy. The Battle of Savo is a well-researched and engaging read for anyone interested in World War II history, naval warfare, or military strategy.The Hour By Hour Drama Of A Tragic Defeat Our Navy Wouldn't Admit.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
