The account of a young, destroyer-based gunner's mate in the United States Navy during World War Two. A coming of age story recounting life in an enlisted man's billet on a small warship in multiple theaters of operation for the duration of that epic conflict. Through fascinating, first-time experiences in the whole new world he is suddenly immersed in, Harlan Black grows and adapts with the challenges and comes to terms with the many tragedies he is confronted with. Through it all, the young sailor is carried forward by the love of an amazing young woman he was destined to meet.
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