Captain Rickenbacker's Story of the Ordeal and Rescue of Himself and the Men with Him is a gripping first-hand account of one of the most harrowing survival stories of World War II. Written by Eddie Rickenbacker, a highly decorated American fighter ace and aviation pioneer, the book details his experiences as a passenger on a B-17 bomber that crashed into the Pacific Ocean during a routine mission in 1942. Rickenbacker and seven other men were left stranded on life rafts in the middle of the ocean with no food or water. They endured extreme heat, thirst, hunger, and shark attacks for 24 days before being rescued by a U.S. Navy plane. The book provides a vivid description of the physical and emotional challenges faced by the men during their ordeal, as well as the strategies they employed to survive. It also offers a glimpse into the heroism and camaraderie that emerged among the group during their struggle for survival. Captain Rickenbacker's Story of the Ordeal and Rescue of Himself and the Men with Him is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of extreme adversity. It is a must-read for anyone interested in World War II history, survival stories, or the life and legacy of Eddie Rickenbacker.As Told To The Press On December 19, 1942.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.