The wreck of the USS Samuel B Roberts, a DE sunk in the battle off Samar the centermost action of the Battle of Leyte Gulf, 25-OCT-44.
This was the famous defense of the amphibious fleet by a TF of escort carriers, DDs and DEs against a 23 ship strong force including BBs and CAs.
An article detailing the "Sammy B's" actions: https://www.wearethemighty.com/artic...uGrkqk8NdDCiYI
An article about finding the wreck: https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-61925862
Karl
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