Sea Strike: The USS Cunningham Quintet

Sea Strike (The USS Cunningham Quintet Book 2)

by James H. Cobb

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3805 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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The USS Cunningham Quintet was a group of five US Navy destroyers that fought together in the Pacific War during World War II. They were known for their courage, teamwork, and determination in the face of overwhelming odds.

The quintet was named after the USS Cunningham (DD-355),the lead ship of the group. The other four ships were the USS Gwin (DD-433),the USS Meredith (DD-434),the USS Craven (DD-382),and the USS Conner (DD-378).

The USS Cunningham Quintet was commissioned in 1936 and served in a variety of roles during the war. They escorted convoys, attacked enemy shipping, and supported amphibious landings. They participated in some of the most famous battles of the war, including the Battle of Guadalcanal, the Battle of Leyte Gulf, and the Battle of Okinawa.

The USS Cunningham Quintet was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for their actions during the Battle of Guadalcanal. They were also awarded the Navy Unit Commendation for their actions during the Battle of Leyte Gulf.

The USS Cunningham Quintet was decommissioned in 1945. The USS Cunningham is now a museum ship in Boston, Massachusetts. The other four ships were scrapped.

The Sailors of the USS Cunningham Quintet

The sailors of the USS Cunningham Quintet were a diverse group of men from all over the United States. They came from different backgrounds and had different reasons for joining the Navy. But they all shared a common goal: to serve their country and win the war.

The sailors of the USS Cunningham Quintet were a close-knit group. They relied on each other for support and friendship. They celebrated their victories together and mourned their losses together. They were a family, united by their shared experiences.

The sailors of the USS Cunningham Quintet were heroes. They fought bravely against a determined enemy. They risked their lives to protect their country and their shipmates. They are an inspiration to us all.

The Legacy of the USS Cunningham Quintet

The legacy of the USS Cunningham Quintet lives on today. They are remembered as a group of brave and determined sailors who fought for their country in a time of great peril.

The story of the USS Cunningham Quintet is a reminder of the sacrifices that our veterans have made. It is a story of courage, teamwork, and determination. It is a story that should be told and retold for generations to come.

The USS Cunningham Quintet was a group of five US Navy destroyers that fought together in the Pacific War during World War II. They were known for their courage, teamwork, and determination in the face of overwhelming odds. They were awarded the Presidential Unit Citation and the Navy Unit Commendation for their actions during the war. The sailors of the USS Cunningham Quintet were a close-knit group of men who relied on each other for support and friendship. They were heroes who fought bravely against a determined enemy. They are an inspiration to us all.

Sea Strike (The USS Cunningham Quintet Book 2)

by James H. Cobb

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3805 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	473 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE