Out of the Depths: An Unforgettable WWII Story of Survival, Courage, and the Sinking of the USS Indianapolis

by David Harrell and Edgar Harrell

Book Overview

The Inspiring Story of a World War II Hero's Miraculous Survival at Sea July 30, 1945--The USS "Indianapolis" and its 1,196-man crew is making its way toward a small island in the South Pacific. The ship is sailing unescorted, assured by headquarters the waters are safe. It is midnight, and Marine Edgar Harrell and several others have sacked out on deck rather than spend the night in their hot and muggy quarters below. Fresh off a top-secret mission...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764212605
• ISBN13: 9780764212604
• Release Date: May 2014
• Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
• Length: 189 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.9" x 8.7"
• Age Range: 18 years and up

Customer Reviews

Out of the depths is a gripping true story and a beautiful testimony to God!

Out of the Depths is an amazing book! A true, harrowing account of the horrific ordeal the survivors went through. Edgar Harrell gave a wonderful account of his faith and a beautiful testimony to God!! I could not put it down. I finished it quickly and then went in to reread certain passages!! Excellent read!

Story of surviving the worst disaster at sea in the history of the US Navy - by a Survivor of the U