The West Loch Story: Hawaii’s Second Greatest Disaster in Terms of Casualties

Softcover, black and yellow covers, index, bibliography, 2 small maps, 13 b/w photos. *** “One of the best kept secrets during World War 2 was the tragedy that occurred at West Loch, Hawaii, 21 May 1944. An explosion cost the lives of 163 personnel, injured 396 more, and cost the navy six LSTs.” *** Written by coast guard veteran and survivor who was aboard LST 69.