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NOW AVAILABLE – “ONLY 316 SURVIVED” 2025 Kindle edition
“ONLY 316 SURVIVED” 2025 Kindle edition is NOW AVAILABLE!
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As agreed, and voted upon by the survivors of the USS Indianapolis, 100% of all proceeds go to a dedicated account established to ensure the book remains available in digital and hardcover publication for years to come.
When the book was originally printed in 2003, Mary Lou Murphy, wife of survivor Paul Murphy and secretary of the USS Indianapolis Survivors’ Organization, did a phenomenal job collecting the stories and photographs of nearly half of the surviving crew members. Since then, thanks to advancements in technology and online platforms that have helped us connect with thousands of families, we have identified all but 48 of the 316 survivors.
We Are Still Seeking Additional Information
Our work is ongoing. And remember REVIEWS are critical to getting word out about this book. Please make sure to help us out by leaving a review and including stories of your loved ones as examples so that it might compel Amazon viewers to grab the book and start reading!
If you have biographical information, photographs, or updates for one of the 316 survivors — or if you would like to update your survivor’s chapter — please submit that information here or email us at admin@ussindianapolis.com. Your contributions help ensure your loved one is accurately represented in future editions.
For information about a crew member who was lost at sea, please visit Project 888 (link here), an ongoing effort to honor and recognize those who were killed while serving aboard the USS Indianapolis.
USS INDIANAPOLIS COMMEMORATIVE BOOK
The survivors' motto was "Never Forget." Now, 80 years later, we still remember and honor the ship's legacy and her crew members. More than 80% of the crew are represented by an individual photo. Matching a face to a name has been a primary goal among volunteers in the USS Indianapolis (CA-35) Legacy Organization for the past five years. This book commemorates the 80th anniversary of the ship's final, fateful mission. The book's 88 pages include a yearbook style gallery of individual crew members as well as rarely seen photos detailing USS Indianapolis's history, accomplishments, recollections of the sinking and the miraculous rescue efforts, the first reunion of the survivors, and a post-war timeline of newsworthy events. A rare opportunity to own a piece of USS Indianapolis's history. It's a perfect keepsake to share with family and friends of USS Indianapolis's story.
HEROES IN THE SHADOWS
Honoring Unsung Heroes of USS Indianapolis
This powerful book, "Heroes in the Shadows," now available in e-book and paperback, pays tribute to the 28 brave African American who served aboard the final sailing cruise of USS Indianapolis. Despite their crucial contributions, their stories have been overlooked for nearly eight decades.
These sailors, aged 17 to 38, represented a diverse cross-section of black citizens from across America. Most were seasoned crew members, serving between seven months to over three years, and played vital roles alongside high-ranking officers. Their efforts earned the Indianapolis ten Battle Stars.
Tragically, none of these 28 young men survived the sinking. The book was created through the extensive research efforts of the USS Indianapolis (CA-35) Legacy Organization, bringing together family members and survivors to tell this important story.
Discover more about these heroes in "Heroes in the Shadows," available now on Amazon and BookBaby (ISBN: 9781667894263) for paperback, and all digital retailers for the e-book.
Click below to purchase: All proceeds support USS Indianapolis (CA-35) Legacy Organization
Bronze Replica of the Congressional Gold Medal Acknowledging the Final Sailing Crew of USS Indianapolis CA-35:
The Congressional Gold Medal is one of the highest expressions of national appreciation for distinguished achievements and contributions in the United States. Awarded by Acts of Congress, it honors those, individually or as a group “who have performed an achievement that has an impact on American history and culture that is recognized as a major achievement long after the achievement”. The Congressional Gold Medal will be awarded to the final sailing crew of Indianapolis on the 75th Anniversary of its sinking, July 30, 2020. The Medal will be permanently displayed at the USS Indianapolis (CA-35) Museum located in the Indiana War Memorials Building, Indianapolis, IN.
Persons interested in purchasing a bronze replica of the medal may order them directly from the United States Mint. The link to purchase is here.
The dark blue ¾ circle represents the percentage of crew lost at sea and the ¼ grey at the bottom symbolizes the percentage of survivors. Heritage, honor and legacy are the foundation.