A severe Nor'easter storm struck the New England coast, creating dangerous conditions on the sea in February 1952.
The T2 oil tanker SS Pendleton split in two parts during the storm off Cape Cod, endangering the lives of its crew.
Coast Guard crew launched a daring rescue mission in a small motor lifeboat to save the stranded crew from the broken SS Pendleton.
The Coast Guard crew successfully rescued 32 sailors from the stern section of the SS Pendleton during the harsh storm conditions.
The Coast Guard crew involved in the SS Pendleton rescue were awarded medals for their bravery and heroism.
The SS Pendleton suffers a catastrophic hull fracture during a fierce winter storm off the coast of Cape Cod, splitting the ship into two separate halves.
The Coast Guard receives the Mayday call and sets out to organize a rescue mission for the stranded crew members on the broken Pendleton halves.
Lieutenant Commander Bernard Webber assembles a small crew and prepares the 36-foot Coast Guard motor lifeboat for the dangerous rescue mission.
Webber and his crew launch into treacherous seas to reach the survivors aboard the stern section of the Pendleton.
Facing massive waves, freezing temperatures, and stormy weather, the crew navigates the lifeboat through hazardous waters to reach the Pendleton survivors.
Webber and his crew successfully rescue 32 stranded sailors from the stern half of the Pendleton amidst the storm.
After retrieving the survivors, Webber and his crew struggle to navigate the lifeboat safely back to shore.
The Coast Guard lifeboat arrives safely back to shore with all rescued Pendleton crew members alive.
Survivors reunite with their families and the heroic efforts of Webber and his crew are recognized and honored.
