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The USS Stringham (DD-83) rushes to the aid of the Brazilian steamer Ubfrala, which has been attacked by U-140 in the waters between the US East Coast and Bermuda. The Stringham sights the U-boat at 35deg 51' N, 73deg 21'W and drops fifteen depth charges, but without success. After the war the crew of the Brazilian ship SS Uberaba deliver a silk American flag and silver loving cup that is donated to the officers and men of the Stringham as a reward for their assistance
U.S. Destroyers: An Illustrated Design History, Norman Friedmann .
The standard history of the development of American destroyers, from the earliest torpedo boat destroyers to the post-war fleet, and covering the massive classes of destroyers built for both World Wars. Gives the reader a good understanding of the debates that surrounded each class of destroyer and led to their individual features.
