USS Indianapolis

Preview | USS Indianapolis: The Final Chapter

Preview: Special | 30s

Follow a scientific detective story detailing the discovery of the USS Indianapolis wreck site three and a half miles below the Philippine Sea. The ship’s sinking in the final days of WWII was the largest loss of life in US Naval history, and the harrowing survival story of 316 sailors drifting in failing life preservers is legendary.

Aired: 01/08/19 | Rating: TV-PG

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• Putting All of the Pieces Together

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• The Search for Indianapolis Hits a Snag

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