Building the PT Boats: An Illustrated History of U.S. Navy Torpedo Boat Construction in World War II [Paperback]

Frank J. Andruss Sr. (Author)

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ISBN-10: 1934840858 | ISBN-13: 978-1934840856 | Publication Date: May 15, 2009

The complete history of the building of PT boats for the U.S. Navy at the Elco, Higgins, and Huckins plants. One hundred sixty-two full-page illustrations, selected by Frank J. Andruss Sr., curator of the acclaimed Mosquito Fleet Exhibit, give the reader an unparalleled understanding of the construction and operation of U.S. Navy torpedo boats. It's the closest thing to being on board! This book will take its place on the shelf alongside other essential references to U.S. Navy ship types; an essential companion to similar books about battleships, cruisers, and carriers.

Product Details

• Paperback: 190 pages
• Publisher: Nimble Books (May 15, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1934840858
• ISBN-13: 978-1934840856
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #838,107 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars PT Boats in World War2, June 28, 2009

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John F. Molnar - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Building the PT Boats: An Illustrated History of U.S. Navy Torpedo Boat Construction in World War II (Paperback)

PT Boats were one of the true success stories of WW2. Anyone who loves or wishes to learn about these gallant little boats MUST read this book. The story of "Building the PT Boats" is told with many great original photos and easy to understand text. Three cheers for the PT Boats and those who keep the memory of them alive. Frank J. Andruss, Sr. is a true PT Boat historian and enthusiast. His knowledge and expertise on this subject made this book possible. Well done Frank!

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Building the PT Boats is excellent!, July 20, 2009

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Jerry N. Gilmartin Jr. "Jerry PT 658" (Portland, OR) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Building the PT Boats: An Illustrated History of U.S. Navy Torpedo Boat Construction in World War II (Paperback)

Hello,
I am involved in the restoration of PT Boat 658 in Portland Oregon and have been involved with PT Boats for 15 years now. I am a member of the Save the PT Boat Inc Board of Directors, and have been interested in them all of my life. I showed Franks book to the entire PT Boat group, which consists of 10-15 WW2 PT veterans and everyone was amazed at the rare content of this book as well as the authoritative descriptions and presentation as a whole. Frank has a wealth of great photos in the book that you simply cannot find anywhere else and I feel truly fortunate that he was able to share them with us. Anybody who has even a passing interest in PT Boats, from history buffs to modelers, will be unable to put this book down. It will also increase in value as you keep referring back to it for one more look at these rare photos. I would rate this book very high in any collection of books on this subject. Jerry

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars RevieW of BUILDING THE PT BOATS, May 23, 2009

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Will B. Day (Santa Clarita, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Building the PT Boats: An Illustrated History of U.S. Navy Torpedo Boat Construction in World War II (Paperback)

With this excellent volume, Mr. Andruss has added a valuable chapter to the history of the famous PT boats of World War II. His concise, informative narrative and thorough pictorial record serve to enhance an important phase in these boats' developmental process. A must read for any student of the subject.