The USS Jacob Jones (DD-130) conducted neutrality patrols, later escorted Atlantic convoys, and hunted submarines along the U.S. East Coast. On 28 February 1942, Jacob Jones was torpedoed by U-578 off the Delaware Capes. Only 11 crewmen survived. U-57
Categories: World War II | Ships and Submarines
 
 
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