USS Thresher (SSN-593)

The second USS Thresher (SSN-593) was the lead ship of her class of nuclear-powered attack submarines in the United States Navy. Her loss at sea during deep-diving tests is often considered a watershed event in the formation of the "nuclear navy", led by Hyman Rickover.

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Lead ship - Her class - Submarine - United States Navy - Hyman Rickover

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She was named for a type of shark that is harmless to man and easily recognizable because its tail is longer than the combined length of body and head.

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Type - Shark

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The contract to build her was awarded to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard on 15 January 1958 and her keel was laid down on 28 May 1958. She was launched on 9 July 1960 sponsored by Mrs. Frederick Burdett Warder, and commissioned on 3 August 1961, with Commander Dean L. Axene, USN in command.

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Portsmouth Naval Shipyard - 15 January - 1958 - 28 May - Launched - 9 July - 1960 - Commissioned - 3 August - 1961

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