Coast Guard Rescues of the Outer Banks: Tales of Shipwrecks and Lifesavers from 1915-1940

Through meticulously researched accounts and firsthand knowledge, Charlet brings to life the heart-stopping rescues, tragic failures, and enduring mysteries that have shaped the legendary reputation of the Outer Banks. In his third book, Charlet explores the Coast Guard's early years from its inception in 1915, born out of its predecessor the United States Life-Saving Service, to 1940, the year before the United States entered into World War II.