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Eight of a Kind: The Extraordinary Story of the Eight Sullivan Brothers Who Died in World War II

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In 1942, all eight Sullivan brothers from Waterloo, Iowa, enlisted in the Navy and were assigned to the USS Juneau. On November 13, 1942, the Juneau was sunk by a Japanese torpedo, and all eight brothers were killed.

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The Sullivan brothers were the first set of siblings in American history to be killed in the same battle. Their story is a powerful and moving reminder of the sacrifices that have been made by so many families during wartime.

The Sullivan brothers were born and raised in Waterloo, Iowa. They were the sons of Irish immigrants Thomas and Alleta Sullivan. The Sullivans were a close-knit family, and the brothers were all very close in age.

In 1941, the United States entered World War II. The Sullivan brothers were eager to serve their country, and they all enlisted in the Navy. They were assigned to the USS Juneau, a light cruiser.

The Juneau was deployed to the Pacific Ocean, where it participated in several battles. On November 13, 1942, the Juneau was sunk by a Japanese torpedo. All 687 crew members were killed, including the eight Sullivan brothers.

The news of the Sullivan brothers' deaths devastated their family and their community. President Franklin D. Roosevelt sent a personal letter of condolence to the Sullivans, and the brothers were awarded the Purple Heart and the Gold Star.

The Sullivan brothers' story is a reminder of the sacrifices that have been made by so many families during wartime. Their story is a powerful example of courage, patriotism, and love.

The Sullivan Brothers' Legacy

The Sullivan brothers' legacy lives on today. Their story has been told in books, movies, and television shows. There is a museum dedicated to the brothers in Waterloo, Iowa, and a United States Navy ship is named in their honor.

The Sullivan brothers' story is a reminder of the importance of family, patriotism, and sacrifice. Their story is an inspiration to us all.

Eight of a Kind

Eight of a Kind is a powerful and moving book that tells the story of the Sullivan brothers. The book is written by James D. Hornfischer, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author. Hornfischer's book is based on extensive research, and it provides a detailed and intimate portrait of the Sullivan brothers.

Eight of a Kind is a must-read for anyone who is interested in American history, World War II, or the Sullivan brothers. The book is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices that have been made by so many families during wartime.

Buy Eight of a Kind today and learn more about the extraordinary story of the eight Sullivan brothers.

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