“Grounded”
by L. Ron Hubbard

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Publication date: April 1932

Original publication: George Washington University, The University Hatchet

Genre: Mystery & Suspense

Story description: With his reputation severely tainted by the unfortunate death of friend, a lieutenant tries to redeem himself in a fierce battle off the China coast.

Currently available as part of the Stories from the Golden Age series, in the title False Cargo.