It was a miracle worthy of the season. When Captain Leonard La Rue spied from his twelve-man merchant ship, the Meredith Victory, the throng of Korean refugees on the docks of a city in flames, he didn't hesitate to do what others would consider impossible. In December of 1950, La Rue and his skeleton crew rescued fourteen thousand Korean refugees from the hands of the rapidly-approaching Chinese army in the city of Hungnam. Through the night and next day, a seemingly endless succession of refugees boarded the Meredith, their will to live and strong spirit steeling them against the bitter cold and incredibly crowded conditions. Standing shoulder to shoulder for three days the refugees and crew stoically endured as La Rue steered the ship through sea battle, a thirty-mile web of sea mines, and enemy shelling. "Ship of Miracles" is the incredible story of what has been called "the greatest rescue operation by a single ship in the history of mankind." Against all odds, the little merchant vessel transported its precious cargo to the island of Koje-Do on Christmas Eve completely unharmed, all fourteen thousand refugees alive and well, including an additional five new lives begun on this incredible journey. As the fiftieth anniversary of this miraculous rescue approaches, "Ship of Miracles" is as touching today as it was then; a tale you'll hold close to your heart, and return to time and again. While the United States Navy prepares to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the perilous evacuation at Hungnam and honor the Meredith Victory's miraculous feat, read this never-before-told account from the crew themselves, as they relate the incredible and unbelievable details of their three-day journey from fear to freedom.
This winner of the Navy's Roosevelt Award for Excellence in Writing covers heroes and heroism in American flight missions since 1916 and includes 29 black and white photographs.
Babe Ruth's daughter shares her memories of her father, including dancing with him in their living room, his patriotism and love of children, his feud with Lou Gehrig, and his death.
The Dodgers--they were America's team in the 40s and 50s and he was their star player. Author Duke Snider still holds the National League record for the most World Series homeruns in a career, and this is his story and the on-and-off-the-field story of the fabled "Boys of Summer".
Some find talking to others uncomfortable, difficult, or intimidating. Here is a way to overcome these communication challenges. HOW TO TALK TO ANYONE, ANYTIME, ANYWHERE is the key to building confidence and improving communication skills. Written by Larry King, this guide provides simple and practical advice to help make communication easier, more successful, and even more enjoyable. Anecdotes from a life spent talking--on television, radio, and in person,--add to the fun and value of the book. Learn what famous talkers say and how the way they say it makes them so successful. Lessons include: • How to overcome shyness and put other people at ease • How to choose an appropriate conversation topic for any situation • How to ace a job interview, run a meeting, and mingle at a cocktail party • What the most successful conversationalists have in common • The one great question you can ask to enhance your conversation with anyone, anytime, anywhere
Bob Feller offers an in-depth account of his career with the Cleveland Indians, comparing baseball of the past with the game today and discussing fellow players
Against the backdrop of the growing storm clouds of World War II, the 1941 baseball season was remarkable both for its players and events--and for its significance as the end of an era. Written by Joe DiMaggio's brother.
Profiles sixteen baseball players who topped the five- hundred mark in career home runs, discussing their achievements, presenting commentary from other players and baseball figures, and listing their statistics and honors. Includes Hank Aaron, Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle, and Mark McGwire.
The upbeat, three-part harmony of the Andrews Sisters brightened the spirits of Americans at home and abroad during the dark years of World War II. This book makes those years come alive again in a richly nostalgic, warmly affectionate look back at a country at war--and the talented men and women who entertained the troops fighting it.
The 500 Home Run Club tells the stories of the 15 men, prior to Mark McGwire, who hit more than 500 home runs -- out of the 14,000 major leaguers who played the game -- in their own words, talking about themselves and about each other. Over 180 former major leaguers, from Yogi Berra to Don Zimmer, were interviewed to get their first-person accounts of playing with and against baseball's 15 most dominant sluggers. Also, Hank Aaron describes the memorable moment of his 715th home run and the days leading up to it. Co-author Bob Allen is currently an agent for II of the living members of the 500 home run club and previously represented the late Mickey Mantle.
The story of Elvin Hayes's rise from the cotton fields of Louisiana to the world of professional basketball illuminates influences on his attitudes and ambitions, the struggles of his career, and his religious conversion and includes tips for future super
The brother of baseball legend Joe DiMaggio and a respected player in his own right offers a touching memoir of baseball and the country that revered it in the 1940s
Bob Feller offers an in-depth account of his career with the Cleveland Indians, comparing baseball of the past with the game today and discussing fellow players
Tells how baseball players who could not become soldiers boosted the morale of fans during World War II by maintaining--in accordance with orders from the president--the national pastime in a time of national crisis. 17,500 first printing.
Demonstrates how to write programs using the Microsoft Foundation Classes (MFCs). Covers building Visual C++ Windows applications using the latest Microsoft tools and components, using controls and wizards, using Microsoft's ODBC technology, using ActiveX controls to build database applications, and developing rational database applications. The CD-ROM contains all the source code for the example programs and MFC utilities. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
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