The USS Indianapolis sank in just twelve minutes–but it would be four days before U.S. Naval Command would even learn of the sinking. Of the estimated 890 men who survived the sinking, survival became an even greater challenge. With virtually no food, water, or lifeboats, the remaining man faced exposure, dehydration, saltwater poisoning, and shark attacks.
The second and final part of our series on the USS Indianapolis, Anatomy of a Disaster, explores the harrowing story of survival, the recovery efforts to save the remaining men, and the trial to hold someone accountable for one of the worst disasters in U.S. Naval history.
This episode of Grisly History is hosted by Graham Parker and produced by Michael Ruiz. All music contained within is written by Michael Ruiz. Foley and sound effects are sourced from Freesound and Zapsplat.
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