USSVI Creed

USSVI Creed: "To perpetuate the memory of our shipmates who gave their lives in the pursuit of their duties while serving their country. That their dedication, deeds and supreme sacrifice be a constant source of motivation towards greater accomplishments. Pledge loyalty and patriotism to the United States of America and its Constitution."

23 June 2023

Navy’s fast-attack submarine USS Iowa christened in Connecticut

 

The crew of the pre-commissioning unit USS Iowa (SSN 897) stand in ranks next to their ship during a christening ceremony at General Dynamics Electric Boat shipyard facility in Groton, Conn., Saturday, June 17, 2023. Iowa and crew will operate under Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) 4. (Petty Officer 2nd Class Wesley Towner/U.S. Navy)


03 June 2023

A Russian Submarine Accidently ‘Committed Suicide’ By Its Own Torpedo



The tragedy began on August 15, 2000, in the Barents Sea. The Kursk, an Oscar II-class sub built in 1994, was part of a war game involving the Russian Northern Fleet.


 A Russian Submarine Accidently ‘Committed Suicide’ By Its Own Torpedo (msn.com)