“Iron Bottom Sound was the scene of five ferocious major night surface battles resulting in the loss of dozens of ships and thousands of men. Both sides fought was extreme courage and tenacity, although in the end the U.S. Navy and allies prevailed, at enormous cost,” said Naval History & Heritage Command Director Samuel J. Cox, U.S. Navy rear admiral (retired). “These wrecks represent the last resting place of sailors who gave the last full measure of devotion in the service of their country. This expedition is an opportunity to remember the valor and sacrifice of those who turned the tide of war in favor of freedom, especially those who never returned home.”
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“Iron Bottom Sound was the scene of five ferocious major night surface battles resulting in the loss of dozens of ships and thousands of men. Both sides fought was extreme courage and tenacity, although in the end the U.S. Navy and allies prevailed, at enormous cost,” said Naval History & Heritage Command Director Samuel J. Cox, U.S. Navy rear admiral (retired). “These wrecks represent the last resting place of sailors who gave the last full measure of devotion in the service of their country. This expedition is an opportunity to remember the valor and sacrifice of those who turned the tide of war in favor of freedom, especially those who never returned home.”
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