Uss shark documentary the naval history and heritage command has a youtube channel with lots of good old videos. Uss shark ssn591, a skipjack class submarine, was the seventh ship of the united states navy to be named for the shark. Her keel was laid down by the electric boat company in groton, connecticut, on 24 october 1933. A spiny, largeheaded, broadmouthed, usually scale less fish of the family cottidae. Our ssn 591 uss shark tshirt is far better than the usual scan of a patch. Ssn591 uss shark patch the uss shark was a skipjackclass submarine and the seventh ship of the united states navy to be named for the shark.
Us navy nuclear submarine force atlantic fleet ssn 591 uss. Attack submarine nuclear patches ssn flying tigers. Check out my other auctions for other interesting items. Several species are found on the atlantic coasts of europe and north america. All items are mailed out within 48 hours of payment packages generally take about 2 working days to arrive to u. Shark mates, 1959 1996 history of all uss sharks history of shark ssn 591 lyle bairds patch history navy submarine histories.
Guaranteed to be an original period patch, not a reproduction. Homepage of uss shark ssn591, sailing lists, information. Uss shark ssn591, a submarine in commission from 1961 to 1990 this article includes a list of ships with the same or similar names. Uss shark ssn591 us navy, submarines, emblem, military. The back is my own protected design of king neptune and a submarine. Uss seawolf ssn21 custom ship cap, uss connecticut ssn22 custom ship cap, uss jimmy carter ssn23 custom ship cap, uss nautilus ssn571 custom ship cap, uss seawolf ssn575 custom ship cap, uss skate ssn578 custom ship cap, uss swordfish ssn579 custom ship cap, uss sargo ssn583 custom ship cap, uss seadragon ssn584. Asw the submariners uss shark, antisubmarine warfare maneuvers 20800 hd duration. Her keel was laid down on 24 february 1958 by the newport news shipbuilding and dry dock company in newport news, virginia. Nautilus ssn571, seawolf ssn575, skate ssn578, skipjack ss585, triton ssrn586, halibut. Photographs and personal information are needed as indicated in the column at right. For an additional small charge, our shirts can be personalized with two lines of custom text if desired, such as with a veterans name. For a brief history of the boat, please see the loss of. Uss clamagore diesels electric submarine patch us navy, navy insignia, army patches. This uss shark, ssn591, sailing list site for the years 19591996 from the time of its construction at newport news shipbuilding and dry dock co.
Within each set, the postmarks should be listed in order of their classification type. Our airtite acrylic cases provide the ultimate longterm. Uss shark, antisubmarine warfare maneuvers 20800 hd duration. Uss shark, one of the united states skipjack class submarines in serice with the usn and initial shots of my 148 scale fully functional model. Careful attention has been taken to accurately create this new exclusive artwork in brilliant color at. See more ideas about patches, us navy and submarines. Ssn fast attack uss seawolf ssn 21 uss connecticut ssn 22 uss jimmy carter ssn 23 ssn 21 thru ssn 23 active in service. Military personnel serving aboard aging submarines, and those working in shipyards to complete maintenance, are at risk of developing an asbestosrelated disease. I have several other submarine plaques ill be listing in the next week. Uss shark ssn591 the seventh shark ssn591 was laid down on 24 february 1958 by the newport news shipbuilding and dry dock co. Uss shark ssn 591 shark ssn591, a skipjackclass submarine, was the seventh ship of the united states navy to be named for the shark, a large predatory fish with a full cartilaginous skeleton, a streamlined body plan, dermal denticles covering the body to protect from parasites, and rows of replaceable teeth in the mouth.
We have taken the original insignia and have completely recreated it with new, exclusive artwork in brilliant color. The seventh shark ssn591 was laid down on 24 february 1958 by the newport news shipbuilding and dry dock co. Click on a mans name to go to his personal memorial page on this site. Decommissioned on september 15, 1990, the shark entered the navys nuclear powered ship and submarine recycling program at the puget sound naval shipyard. If there is any customs fees and vat taxes are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Attack submarine nuclear patches ssn navy submarine patches flying tigers surplus page 2. She was to become the uss shark ssn591, newport news shipyard hull no 545, as one of the boats in the. Ssn 591 uss shark embroidered polo shirt navy pictures. Ssn591 uss shark patch submarine patches navy patches.
There are five explosions in the background representing the five previous sharks and the submarine is shown with a sharks mouth and eyes. Ssn591 uss shark attack submarine patch usnavypatch. The uss shark ssn591 patch is usually shipped with 15 business days. Uss shark ss174 was a porpoiseclass submarine, the fifth ship of the united states navy to be named for the shark. Our ssn 591 uss shark wall plaque is a very distinct and polished item for your wall of fame.
Uss narwhal ssn 671 submarine 1960s patch us navy c1428. She was to become the uss shark ssn591, newport news shipyard hull no 545, as one of the boats in the modified skipjack class ssn585 design. Uss sculpin ssn590, a skipjackclass nuclearpowered submarine, was the second ship of the united states navy to be named for the sculpin. With your unique design featured on the polyester patch, this will become your favorite hat. Destroyers, aircraft carriers, cruisers, cargo, tugs, river boats, subs. The us post office has greatly increased the cost of international. This section lists examples of the postmarks used by the ship. Number of bids and bid amounts may be slightly out of date. Sharks patchinsignia was one of the last allowed by the u. Within a few short weeks, she was designated as a ssbn598 class becoming newport news shipyard hull no 547, had a foot missile section containing 16 polaris tubes added amidships, and renamed as. Last week, they uploaded a threepart documentary total running time about 28 minutes about uss shark ssn 591 that was released in 1965.
Ssn fast attack uss seawolf ssn21 uss connecticut ssn22 uss jimmy carter ssn23 ssn21 thru ssn23 active in service. Shark mates, 1959 1996 history of all uss sharks history of shark ssn591 lyle bairds patch history navy submarine histories. The sub vet store soldier city exit to barry trospers home page. The following men were lost while serving on uss shark ss314.
Each plaque measures 8 x 10 and comes with either red cherry or black edges. Ssn579 swordfish, ssn583 sargo, ssn584 seadragon, ssn585 skipjack, ssn588 scamp, ssn589 scorpion, ssn590 sculpin, ssn591 shark. Ssn591 uss shark insignia tshirt unlimited details. Would make an excellent addition to your collection or for your favorite sailor. Skipjack then got underway for sea trials off charleston, before joining shark ssn591 for four days of type training in the jacksonville, fla. As the submarines containing the asbestosproducts deteriorate with weathering and age, current service members are at risk of inhalation of the toxic fibers and may develop mesothelioma cancer. See each listing for international shipping options and costs.
Uss shark ssn591 underwater crafts, nuclear submarine, us navy ships, united. Ssn 590 uss sculpin cold war warrior theleansubmariner. There should be a separate set of postmarks for each name andor commissioning period. Shows the submarine uss shark ssn591 conducting antisubmarine warfare maneuvers. Please keep in mind that this list does only include records of people who submitted their information for publication on this website. Show your military pride with the finest quality military patches, pins and gifts from all branches of the military. We are happy to offer a classic style 5 panel custom us navy submarine ssn 591 uss shark embroidered hat. Uss hammerhead ssn663 submarines, warfare, weapons, united states. Uss shark ssn591, a skipjackclass submarine, was the seventh ship of the united states navy to be named for the shark. The table below contains the names of sailors who served aboard the uss shark ssn 591. These coins are designed and only available from me. Louis shane, jr and commissioned on 9 february 1961, lt.
She was launched on 21 may 1935 sponsored by miss ruth ellen lonergan, 12yearold daughter of united states senator augustine lonergan of connecticut, and. Uss kentucky ssbn737 us navy submarine patch nos embroidered ironon. It is the same patch used by the united states armed forces and is of the highest quality. Navy fast attack submarine ssn insignia, logo and patch. A place for sharkmates crew of ssn591 to get together. We have taken the original graphic and completely redrawn the insignia from scratch.
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