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    Sinking of the USS Indianapolis with Michael Tougias

    Thursday, July 17, 2025

    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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    07/17/2025 06:00 PM 07/17/2025 07:00 PM America/Anguilla Sinking of the USS Indianapolis with Michael Tougias An estimated 300 men were killed upon impact and close to 900 sailors were cast into the sea, fighting off sharks, hypothermia, and hallucinations. When they were finally discovered only 317 men were still alive. Using slides, NY Times bestselling author Michael Tougias will answer the questions: Why did the Navy fail to realize the ship was missing? Why was it unescorted in enemy waters? How did the 317 men survive against all odds? Why was the captain court-martialed? Don’t miss this dynamic presentation commemorating 80 years since this tragic incident. Free; RSVP required. RSVP for tickets here. The OCHM is proud to offer free public programs, continuing our long tradition of provid... Details & Tickets: https://www.upcomingevents.com/providence/events/old-colony-history-museum/sinking-of-the-uss-indianapolis-with-michael-tougias-481007?ref=uceaddevent Old Colony History Museum, 66 Church Green, Taunton, MA, 02780

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    An estimated 300 men were killed upon impact and close to 900 sailors were cast into the sea, fighting off sharks, hypothermia, and hallucinations. When they were finally discovered only 317 men were still alive. Using slides, NY Times bestselling author Michael Tougias will answer the questions: Why did the Navy fail to realize the ship was missing? Why was it unescorted in enemy waters? How did the 317 men survive against all odds? Why was the captain court-martialed? Don’t miss this dynamic presentation commemorating 80 years since this tragic incident. Free; RSVP required. RSVP for tickets here. The OCHM is proud to offer free public programs, continuing our long tradition of providing accessible history and learning for all.

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