During World War II, Japanese forces invade the East Indies, and Dr. Wassell makes a daring escape from Java with a group of Marblehead cruiser crewmen. Inspired by a true story, the doctor risks everything to rescue a dozen wounded sailors who were left behind when able-bodied men were evacuated to Australia.
The Story of Dr. Wassell
A Navy doctor, Corydon M. Wassell, bravely takes charge of injured soldiers and expertly guides them to safety, ultimately leading them to the final Allied evacuation points during the US retreat from Java.
