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In the January 2021, Legacy launched a new program for Student Members, ages 5 to 18. Twelve students joined as inaugural members and have been off to a strong start. These young members are actively involved in learning about the ship and sharing her story.
The USS Indianapolis sank a Japanese munitions ship (Akagane Maru) attempting to resupply the Japanese garrison on Attu, one of the islands they had captured, which exploded with the loss of all hands.
As historians and friends of the USS Indianapolis family, we are committed to commemorating the sacrifices of those who served by accurately telling their story—the good and the bad. We do so...
18 wrz 2022 · By sharing photos and information, you honor their service and sacrifice, and keep the Indianapolis story alive. Biographical information may be submitted by a family member and by anyone interested in honoring one or more of these 888 fallen crew members.
29 lip 2020 · Indianapolis: The True Story of the Worst Sea Disaster in U.S. Naval History and the Fifty-Year Fight to Exonerate an Innocent Man. Join best-selling authors Lynn Vincent and Sara Vladic who tell the story of the USS Indianapolis, her crew, and their illustrious battle history.
The discovery of the USS Indianapolis in August may be the final chapter in a tragic, yet captivating, story. Despite the tale’s intrigue and popularity, many of its commonly repeated features are untrue.
5 paź 2018 · It started with enemy Japanese torpedoes. Then it became the most deadly shark attack in history. Hear the tragic story of the USS Indianapolis from one of the few survivors.
