Published May 8, 2021
The USS William D. Porter: The Unluckiest Ship in WWII
Dive into the tumultuous history of the USS William D. Porter, the naval ship infamous for a series of calamities that nearly changed history, from its accidental torpedo launch at the USS Iowa to mishaps during WWII, all culminating in its sinking at the Battle of Okinawa.
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