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The loss of USS Indianapolis (CA-35) was a tragic moment following the completion of a secret mission that directly contributed to the end of World War II. After a successful high-speed run to deliver atomic bomb components to Tinian, the decorated Portland-class cruiser continued to Guam. Indianapolis was en route from Guam to Leyte when she was torpedoed and sunk by the Japanese submarine I-58 within the first hour of 30 July 1945. The following resources, available on the NHHC website, document the history of Indianapolis, the sinking, and the aftermath of the tragedy.
The loss of USS Indianapolis (CA-35) was a tragic moment following the completion of a secret mission that directly contributed to the end of World War II. After a successful high-speed run to deliver atomic bomb components to Tinian, the decorated Portland-class cruiser continued to Guam. Indianapolis was en route from Guam to Leyte when she was torpedoed and sunk by the Japanese submarine I-58 within the first hour of 30 July 1945. The following resources, available on the NHHC website, document the history of Indianapolis, the sinking, and the aftermath of the tragedy.
Sinking of USS Indianapolis
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The Navy's naming one of its newest LCS's (Littoral Combat Ships) the USS INDIANAPOLIS.
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That's great news PO1 Michael Fullmer. The crew aboard should feel a lot of pride serving on a historical ship's name.
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PO3 Donald Murphy
For a few years, both vessels held their reunions in LA. I remember being at the Indy's reunion (SSN) and meeting some of the cruiser vets.
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