Virginia Beach Shipwrecks
Virginia Beach Shipwrecks by Alpheus J. Chewning, published by History Press in 2008, offers an illustrated exploration of maritime history along the coastal waters of Virginia. This 128-page book presents a collection of stories that highlight both tragic and heroic events, including accounts of storms at sea, loss of life, and the valor of the United States Life-Saving Service.
Readers will find a wealth of information about the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel and the U-boats that operated off the coast during World War II. The book is extensively researched and filled with intriguing details, making it a valuable resource for those interested in naval history, biography, and local tales of the Middle Atlantic region. Virginia Beach Shipwrecks serves as an engaging narrative for sea lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
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The waters of coastal Virginia swirl with tales both tragic and heroic. Join Virginia Beach native Alpheus Chewning as he recounts harrowing stories of storms at sea, loss of life and fortune and the heroism of the United States Life-Saving Service. Marvel at the blunders and bungles that have plagued the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel and learn about the U-boats that lurked off the coast during World War II. Extensively researched and filled with fascinating details, Virginia Beach Shipwrecks is a treasure for sea
lovers of all ages.
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