"U.S.S. RAZORBACK GUN ATTACK #3 PATROL NO. 3 TIME: 0852(I) DATE: 9 March 1945. LAT: 29-40-N. LONG: 133-28-E. Target Data -- Damage Inflicted SUNK: A two-masted junk of 100 tons, identity established..." This passage provides a detailed account of a surface gun action, illustrating the submarine's secondary role in interdicting small coastal vessels. The methodical description of ammunition expenditure, targeting techniques, and damage assessment shows the professional approach to even minor engagements and the importance of eliminating all enemy vessels, regardless of size. Own an irreplaceable window into one of World War II's most dramatic naval campaigns. USS RAZORBACK (SS-394): Complete War Patrol Reports presents the full, declassified combat documentation of this legendary Gato-class submarine, meticulously preserved from official Navy archives. These are not secondhand accounts or historical interpretationsâ "they are the raw, unfiltered records written by commanding officers and crew members in the immediate aftermath of combat operations throughout the Pacific Theater. For naval historians, military researchers, and World War II enthusiasts, this compilation represents an extraordinary primary source. Each war patrol report captures the tension, strategy, and split-second decisions that defined submarine warfare. You'll discover detailed tactical analyses, damage assessments, enemy vessel identifications, and the human drama of men operating cutting-edge technology in the world's most unforgiving environment. These documents reveal how submarine captains coordinated attacks, managed limited ammunition and fuel, and adapted to evolving enemy defenses. What makes this collection invaluable is its completeness and authenticity. Rather than fragmented excerpts or sanitized summaries, you receive USS RAZORBACK's entire operational history as documented by those who lived it. The reports include torpedo attacks on major warships, surface gun engagements with coastal vessels, reconnaissance missions, and encounters with enemy anti-submarine forces. Every depth charge, every evasive maneuver, every sinking is recorded with the precision demanded by naval command. This is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand submarine operations, Pacific naval strategy, or the broader WWII experience. Military academies, naval institutions, and serious historians rely on such primary sources to teach authentic warfare. Personal collections of WWII documentation become increasingly rare and valuable as original archives age. USS RAZORBACK's service record exemplifies American submarine excellence. These reports document her contributions to the naval blockade that strangled Japanese logistics and hastened the war's conclusion. By preserving and studying these accounts, we honor the submariners' sacrifice and ensure their legacy endures. This is your opportunity to own a definitive historical document before supplies become scarce. Whether you're a researcher building an archive, a history enthusiast deepening your knowledge, or someone committed to preserving naval heritage, this volume belongs in your collection. Secure your copy today and possess an authentic piece of World War II naval history. This volume contains complete War Patrol Reports from USS RAZORBACK (SS-394), documenting her combat operations throughout the Pacific Theater during World War II. These declassified official Navy records provide comprehensive tactical and operational data, including attack reports, damage assessments, vessel identifications, and command decisions. Each patrol report captures the submarine's engagements with enemy forces, strategic positioning, and the professional documentation standards maintained by the U.S. Navy submarine ser...

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