SAMUEL B ROBERTS found by Victor Vescovo at 6,895 meters

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The SAMUEL B ROBERTS was found by Victor Vescovo at 6,895 meters.

 

 

"We're making a torpedo run. The outcome is doubtful, but we will do our duty."

Lt. Cmdr Robert W. Copeland, 24 October, 1944

 

"The crew were informed over the loud speaker system at the beginning of the action, of the Commanding Officer's estimate of the situation, that is, a fight against overwhelming odds from which survival could not be expected, during which time we would do what damage we could. In the face of this knowledge the men zealously manned their stations wherever they might be, and fought and worked with such calmness, courage and efficiency that no higher honor could be conceived than to command such a group of men." Action Report, November 20, 1944

 

I strongly recommend reading "Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors" by James D. Hornfischer

 

RIP.