USS Redfin (SS-272)

USS Redfin (SS/SSR/AGSS-272), a Gato-class submarine, was a ship of the United States Navy named for the redfin, any of several North American fishes with reddish fins.

First war patrol, January – March 1944

Departing New Orleans 15 October 1943, Redfin proceeded to Fremantle, Australia. On her first war patrol 4 January to 17 February 1944, she encountered an enemy convoy of four ships in the South China Sea 16 January. From 8 to 14 March, she patrolled north of Australia to defend against a possible Japanese attack.

Related Topics:
New Orleans - 15 October - Fremantle - Australia - 4 January - 17 February - 1944 - Convoy - South China Sea - 16 January - 14 March - Japan

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