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A Necessary End

by Nathaniel Benchley · 1976

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A young man's diary reveals the fears, frustrations, and humor which filled his three years in the Navy during World War II.

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World War IIWorld War IIMore like thisLess of thisUSAUSAMore like thisLess of this
Audience
childrens
Length
short · 193 pages

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