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True Rescue: The Finest Hours: The True Story of a Heroic Sea Rescue by Casey Sherman, Michael J. Tougias

5.0

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Would you risk your life battling sixty foot waves to save crew members of an T2 oil tanker off the Atlantic Ocean, in winter, knowing that your chances of surviving your mission were nearly impossible? This true story draws the reader into the very emotions of Bernie Webber and his crew as they risk everything to save the crew members of the Pendleton. The thoughts and actions of those on the Pendleton waiting hours for maybe the hope that someone would rescue them is captured with such honesty. This book is for anyone who loves true stories, that capture the human spirit of grit, courage and strength. It opens the readers eyes to the Coast Guard and how vitally important they are and how true they are to their motto Semper Paratus, always ready. The added illustrations and photos at the end of the book help in engaging the reader.