How A Single American Submarine Sank The Largest Warship in History

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Discover the incredible true story of how USS Archerfish, a single American submarine, sank the Japanese supercarrier Shinano - the largest warship ever destroyed by a submarine. On the night of November 28-29, 1944, Commander Joseph Enright and his crew of 80 men achieved the impossible, sinking a 71,000-ton giant on her maiden voyage just 17 hours after leaving Tokyo Bay. This meticulously researched documentary reveals the dramatic hunt through the Pacific darkness, where Enright's quest for redemption after past failures collided with Imperial Japan's desperate last hope to turn the tide of World War II. Learn about Shinano's cursed launch, rushed construction, and the fatal flaws that doomed the world's largest aircraft carrier from the start. Through gripping narrative and historical detail, witness how patience and determination triumphed over size and armor in one of naval history's most remarkable David versus Goliath encounters. Perfect for military history enthusiasts, World War II buffs, and anyone fascinated by epic tales of naval warfare, this comprehensive account explores submarine tactics, Japanese naval engineering, and the human cost of war at sea, proving that in battle, bigger doesn't always mean better.