The Last Days Before Peace

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Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative centers on a young college graduate who enlists in the Navy and serves aboard the USS Cassin during its reconstruction post-Pearl Harbor. Following Lieutenant Pembrooke and his crew, the story highlights the pivotal yet often overlooked role of destroyers in the war. As Pembrooke faces challenges and is wounded towards the conflict's end, he ultimately returns to his family, reflecting the personal sacrifices made during wartime.