Published May 30, 2016

#205: Seven Brothers, the Merchant Marine, and the War Against Hitler's U-boats

Explore the overlooked heroics of the U.S. Merchant Marine in WWII as William Geroux delves into Matthews County's maritime legacy and the daring fight against German U-boats, highlighting both strategic challenges and personal stories of valor and survival.

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#205: Seven Brothers, the Merchant Marine, and the War Against Hitler's U-boats

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Merchant Mariners Post-WWII

US Response to U Boats

German U-Boats Near America

Hodges Family Legacy

Matthews Men Legacy

US Merchant Marine Today

The Matthews Men

Acts of Compassion

Preserving WWII Stories

Surviving U-Boat Attacks

Matthews Men Book

Veterans' Untold Stories

Defeating U Boats

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#205: Seven Brothers, the Merchant Marine, and the War Against Hitler's U-boats

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Matthews MenWilliam Geroux explores the pivotal role of the U.S. Merchant Marine during WWII, focusing on Matthews County's significant contributions. He highlights the maritime legacy of families like the Hodges, who played crucial roles in the war effort against German U-boats.

Matthews Men

German U-BoatsWilliam Geroux sheds light on the surprising proximity of German U-boats to American shores during WWII and the varied personalities of their commanders. He reveals both the strategic significance of these operations and the harsh realities faced by those aboard the submarines.

German U-Boats

US Merchant MarineWilliam Geroux sheds light on the often-overlooked role of the US Merchant Marine during WWII. He highlights their pre-war contributions, survival stories, and the lack of recognition they faced post-war.

US Merchant Marine

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