Under Cover of Darkness

The dramatic and detail-rich story of U.S. Navy Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron Eighteen's service in the Southwest Pacific in World War II as told by one of its enlisted Sailors. From the author's induction and special training through his voyage across the Pacific to combat the Japanese "up close" in New Guinea and Admiralty Islands, "Under Cover of Darkness" gives the reader an intimate view of life in the Navy's distinguished PT Boat service. Includes over 100 photos and illustrations.