Richard O'Kane and the Sinking of the Forty-Nine- The True Story of WWII's Greatest Submariner

Commander O'Kane revoluntionized the offensive use of WWII submarines from that of a reconnaissance and underwater attack vehicle of opportunity, to that of a speedy surface vessel, capable of massive destructive force, and the ability to outrun pursuing Japanese destroyer escorts. His wartime record proves the efficacy of his actions: 49 enemy ships rusting on the bottom of the mighty Pacific. Sinking of the Forty-Nine is the true story of O'Kane and his missions.