Sharks Attacked This US Warship and What Happened Next Shocked the World

For copyright queries please get in touch ► legal@ ◄ Steven Spielberg’s Jaws, a cinematic masterpiece, is widely celebrated for its iconic moments. One memorable scene involves Quint, a seasoned shark hunter, recounting the tragic sinking of the USS Indianapolis during July 1945. After a Japanese submarine attack, hundreds of American sailors were left stranded in the Pacific Ocean’s chilly waters. The harrowing monologue concludes with the stark reality: 1,100 men went into the water, only 316 came out—the sharks claimed the rest. While Jaws is largely Hollywood fiction, this scene is rooted in historical truth. The USS Indianapolis did sink in 1945, and due to significant delays in the rescue mission, it’s considered one of the deadliest shark attacks in history. Subscribe ► ◄ Stay updated ► ◄