Cold War Submarine Memorial

1947 - 1989

A Tribute to Professional Excellence

Dedication, Sacrifice, and National Will

Our submarines went to sea a silent invisible force solemnly dedicated to maintaining peace, but ready to fight if necessary to defend our nation and allies

Constructed ...

Cold War

World War II ended in 1945 with the surrender of Germany and Japan, but it was an uneasy peace that followed. Although the U.S.S.R. had been America’s ally during the war, after the war, the Soviet Union asserted control over ...

Fighting Communism - Korea and the Cold War

We Answered the Call

June 25, 1950, Communist North Korea invades South Korea and the Korean War begins. The United Nations asks member nations to aid South Korea. President Truman sends U.S. air and naval forces to South Korean defense. Regular ...