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The Tigrone Sets a Record

Tigrone (SS-419) U.S. Army fliers get a surprise taste of the life of a submariner when the USS Tigrone rescues 31 of them. After the bombing of Tokyo, the USS Tigrone, along with other subs, is stationed along the route that the B-29s fly back to Guam. The subs' mission is to rescue downed fliers.The crew of the Tigrone wins the respect and awe of the airmen as the sub attempts a daring recovery with Japanese destroyers closing in.

English
  • Originally Aired May 6, 1957
  • Runtime 30 minutes
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Name Type Role
Leonard Lee Writer
Jean Yarbrough Director