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Cloudbuster Nine: The Untold Story of Ted Williams and the Baseball Team That Helped Win World War II

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In 1943, while the New York Yankees and St. Louis Cardinals were winning pennants and meeting in that year and apos;s World Series, one of the nation and apos;s strongest baseball teams practiced on a skinned-out college field in the heart of North Carolina. Ted Williams, Johnny Pesky, and Johnny Sain were among a cadre of fighter-pilot cadets who wore the Cloudbuster Nine baseball jersey at an elite Navy training school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

In this spirited Field of Dreams-like father-daughter account, author Anne R. Keene opens with a story about her father, Jim Raugh, who suited up as the team batboy and mascot. He got to know his baseball heroes personally, watching players hit the road on cramped, tin-can buses, dazzling factory workers, kids, and service members at dozens of games, including a war-bond exhibition against Babe Ruth and apos;s team at Yankee Stadium.

Jimmy followed his baseball dreams as a college All-American, but was crushed later in life by a failed major-league bid with the Detroit Tigers. He would have carried this story to his grave had Anne not discovered his scrapbook from a Navy school that shaped America and apos;s greatest heroes including George H. W. Bush, Gerald Ford, John Glenn, Paul and quot;Bear and quot; Bryant, and John Wooden.

With the help of rare images and insights from World War II MLB baseball veterans such as Dr. Bobby Brown and Eddie Robinson, the story of this remarkable team is brought to life for the first time in The Cloudbuster Nine: The Untold Story of Ted Williams and the Baseball Team That Helped Win World War II.
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"Anne Keene's remarkable The Cloudbuster Nine is a terrific piece of research into a forgotten corner of American history―a place where the myths of major league baseball intersect with the myths of the Second World War. It is also a place inhabited by her own father, who becomes the myth that ties it all together. An excellent read!"
―S. C. GWYNNE, author of New York Times bestsellers Rebel Yell and Empire of the Summer Moon, finalist for the Pulitzer Prize

"My father Ted Williams firmly believed, 'Perfection is attainable if you dare to work hard enough.' I applaud Anne Keene for capturing the untold historical facts of the first group of men who were sent to Chapel Hill for this path-breaking Naval aviation training program. Coupled with fantastic photos (many of which I had never seen of my father), the stories come to life with amazement in The Cloudbuster Nine."
―CLAUDIA WILLIAMS, author, Ted Williams, My Father

"The Cloudbuster Nine is a captivating look at a fascinating piece of baseball―and American history. Hats off to Anne Keene for unearthing this story, and writing it down for us all."
―SCOTT ELLSWORTH, New York Times bestselling author of The Secret Game

"Just when you think you've read quite enough about baseball and WWII the Big One―thank you!―along comes Anne Keene, and you realize there will always be one more great story, lovingly told."
―ROB NEYER, author of Powerball: Anatomy of a Modern Baseball Game, 2018 Casey Award Winner

"An important story enriched by solid research and authorial commitment."
―Kirkus Reviews

" ... a superb historic read that will inspire athletically gifted young men to also Patriotically Fly for Naval Aviation."
―DAN PEDERSEN, author of Topgun: An American Story

Named among "Top 12 Titles for the New Baseball Season"
―Newsday Magazine

Finalist for the CASEY Award for "Best Baseball Book" of 2018

"Nearly two decades after his death, we are still discovering how remarkable Ted Williams was--yes, as a ballplayer, but also as a man. The Cloudbuster Nine not only adds to that story, but reminds us how essential baseball was and still is to America, especially in a time of crisis. Teddy Ballgame was one of millions who deeply loved baseball and that passion, played out on thousands of dusty fields around the country, helped us win a war."
--TOM CLAVIN, New York Times bestselling author and co-author of Being Ted Williams.

"Well-written and impeccably researched, this captivating book offers new insights into the training that forged some of the most fabled members of the Greatest Generation."
―BILL NOWLIN, author or editor of more than 70 books on baseball including Ted Williams at War

"This is a wonderful book for all baseball fans: a warm, rich personal story of America in the WWII era, a tale of boyhood, heroes, war, respect and remembrance. I loved it."
--NOEL HYND, author of The Final Game at Ebbets Field and The Giants of the Polo Grounds

"Finally, there is a book about the only time North Carolina was No. 1 in professional baseball in The Cloudbuster Nine."
--D.G. MARTIN, author and host of "North Carolina Bookwatch"

"A great read wrapped around two of my loves - aviation and baseball."
―Lt. Gen. ROBERT "BOOMER" MILSTEAD JR., USMC (RET.)

"Recommended Reading in 2020," -- Richard Roeper, Chicago Sun-Times contributor, author of seven books and the former co-host of "Ebert & Roeper and the Movies."

About the Author

Anne R. Keene has published work in TheNew York Times, the Dallas Morning News, the Raleigh News & Observer,and magazines such as The Saturday Evening Post. A finalist for the prestigious Casey Award, TheCloudbuster Nine was recognized by Newsday magazine as a “Top 12 Baseball Read for the Season.” Keene began her career as a speechwriter on Capitol Hill. She is a graduate of the School of Journalism at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill who resides in Austin, Texas.
 

Claudia Williams is the last surviving child of Ted Williams. She penned a loving and forthright memoir, Ted Williams, My Father. As the daughter of a Marine combat pilot in World War II and Korea, and one of the greatest athletes who ever lived, Claudia strives to inspire future generations with examples of the courage and principles that her father exhibited his entire life.  

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Imported From: United States

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Every product in the BOLO catalogue is sourced through our Verified Global Supply Network of verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.

While we strive to display accurate information, variations in packaging, labeling, instructions, or formulation may occasionally occur due to regional differences or supplier updates. For detailed or manufacturer-specific information, please contact the brand directly or reach out to BOLO Support for assistance.

Unless otherwise stated, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of Bahrain. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the Bahrain will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in Bahrain are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

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In 1943, while the New York Yankees and St. Louis Cardinals were winning pennants and meeting in that year and apos;s World Series, one of the nation and apos;s strongest baseball teams practiced on a skinned-out college field in the heart of North Carolina. Ted Williams, Johnny Pesky, and Johnny Sain were among a cadre of fighter-pilot cadets who wore the Cloudbuster Nine baseball jersey at an elite Navy training school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

In this spirited Field of Dreams-like father-daughter account, author Anne R. Keene opens with a story about her father, Jim Raugh, who suited up as the team batboy and mascot. He got to know his baseball heroes personally, watching players hit the road on cramped, tin-can buses, dazzling factory workers, kids, and service members at dozens of games, including a war-bond exhibition against Babe Ruth and apos;s team at Yankee Stadium.

Jimmy followed his baseball dreams as a college All-American, but was crushed later in life by a failed major-league bid with the Detroit Tigers. He would have carried this story to his grave had Anne not discovered his scrapbook from a Navy school that shaped America and apos;s greatest heroes including George H. W. Bush, Gerald Ford, John Glenn, Paul and quot;Bear and quot; Bryant, and John Wooden.

With the help of rare images and insights from World War II MLB baseball veterans such as Dr. Bobby Brown and Eddie Robinson, the story of this remarkable team is brought to life for the first time in The Cloudbuster Nine: The Untold Story of Ted Williams and the Baseball Team That Helped Win World War II.
Read more

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Anne Keene's remarkable The Cloudbuster Nine is a terrific piece of research into a forgotten corner of American history―a place where the myths of major league baseball intersect with the myths of the Second World War. It is also a place inhabited by her own father, who becomes the myth that ties it all together. An excellent read!"
―S. C. GWYNNE, author of New York Times bestsellers Rebel Yell and Empire of the Summer Moon, finalist for the Pulitzer Prize

"My father Ted Williams firmly believed, 'Perfection is attainable if you dare to work hard enough.' I applaud Anne Keene for capturing the untold historical facts of the first group of men who were sent to Chapel Hill for this path-breaking Naval aviation training program. Coupled with fantastic photos (many of which I had never seen of my father), the stories come to life with amazement in The Cloudbuster Nine."
―CLAUDIA WILLIAMS, author, Ted Williams, My Father

"The Cloudbuster Nine is a captivating look at a fascinating piece of baseball―and American history. Hats off to Anne Keene for unearthing this story, and writing it down for us all."
―SCOTT ELLSWORTH, New York Times bestselling author of The Secret Game

"Just when you think you've read quite enough about baseball and WWII the Big One―thank you!―along comes Anne Keene, and you realize there will always be one more great story, lovingly told."
―ROB NEYER, author of Powerball: Anatomy of a Modern Baseball Game, 2018 Casey Award Winner

"An important story enriched by solid research and authorial commitment."
―Kirkus Reviews

" ... a superb historic read that will inspire athletically gifted young men to also Patriotically Fly for Naval Aviation."
―DAN PEDERSEN, author of Topgun: An American Story

Named among "Top 12 Titles for the New Baseball Season"
―Newsday Magazine

Finalist for the CASEY Award for "Best Baseball Book" of 2018

"Nearly two decades after his death, we are still discovering how remarkable Ted Williams was--yes, as a ballplayer, but also as a man. The Cloudbuster Nine not only adds to that story, but reminds us how essential baseball was and still is to America, especially in a time of crisis. Teddy Ballgame was one of millions who deeply loved baseball and that passion, played out on thousands of dusty fields around the country, helped us win a war."
--TOM CLAVIN, New York Times bestselling author and co-author of Being Ted Williams.

"Well-written and impeccably researched, this captivating book offers new insights into the training that forged some of the most fabled members of the Greatest Generation."
―BILL NOWLIN, author or editor of more than 70 books on baseball including Ted Williams at War

"This is a wonderful book for all baseball fans: a warm, rich personal story of America in the WWII era, a tale of boyhood, heroes, war, respect and remembrance. I loved it."
--NOEL HYND, author of The Final Game at Ebbets Field and The Giants of the Polo Grounds

"Finally, there is a book about the only time North Carolina was No. 1 in professional baseball in The Cloudbuster Nine."
--D.G. MARTIN, author and host of "North Carolina Bookwatch"

"A great read wrapped around two of my loves - aviation and baseball."
―Lt. Gen. ROBERT "BOOMER" MILSTEAD JR., USMC (RET.)

"Recommended Reading in 2020," -- Richard Roeper, Chicago Sun-Times contributor, author of seven books and the former co-host of "Ebert & Roeper and the Movies."

About the Author

Anne R. Keene has published work in TheNew York Times, the Dallas Morning News, the Raleigh News & Observer,and magazines such as The Saturday Evening Post. A finalist for the prestigious Casey Award, TheCloudbuster Nine was recognized by Newsday magazine as a “Top 12 Baseball Read for the Season.” Keene began her career as a speechwriter on Capitol Hill. She is a graduate of the School of Journalism at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill who resides in Austin, Texas.
 

Claudia Williams is the last surviving child of Ted Williams. She penned a loving and forthright memoir, Ted Williams, My Father. As the daughter of a Marine combat pilot in World War II and Korea, and one of the greatest athletes who ever lived, Claudia strives to inspire future generations with examples of the courage and principles that her father exhibited his entire life.  

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