The USS Plunkett, a Navy destroyer, played a pivotal role in the Battle of Anzio during World War II. James Sullivan's great uncle, John Gallagher, served on the ship, and Sullivan's book, 'Unsinkable Five Men and the Indomitable Run of the USS Plunkett,' tells the story of the ship's harrowing engagement with the German Luftwaffe. [... more]

James Sullivan recounts the story of his great-uncle John Gallagher, who served on the USS Plunkett, a Navy destroyer during World War Two. The Plunkett played a crucial role in the Battle of Anzio, enduring relentless and savage attacks from the German Luftwaffe. Sullivan's journey to uncover the stories of the Plunkett's crew and their experiences during the war is a testament to the bravery and camaraderie of the men who served on the ship. [... more]