About the Book

Into the Dark Water reveals the untold World War II story of PT-109 as it prowled the Pacific under three commanders: Bryant Larson, Rollin Westholm and John F. Kennedy. Operating by night amid coral reefs and enemy destroyers, the crew mastered hit-and-run patrols that shaped early naval engagements around Guadalcanal.

John Domagalski stitches together battle reports, personal accounts and vessel logs to paint a vivid portrait of life aboard a patrol torpedo boat. From tense runs through Iron Bottom Sound to the collision that split PT-109 in two, every skirmish showcases the crew's courage and resourcefulness.

Beyond Kennedy's famous rescue, the narrative brings Larson's and Westholm's leadership into focus, offering military history enthusiasts fresh insight into how small boats influenced broader naval tactics during the Pacific island campaigns.

Key Features

• Chronicle of PT-109's three commanding officers
• Detailed night engagements against Japanese destroyers
• Insights from patrol logs, eyewitness accounts and official records
• Analysis of PT-boat tactics in the Solomon Islands

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