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Baltimore, Maryland
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The USS Torsk is credited with firing the last torpedo of World War II, sinking a Japanese ship on August 14, 1945.
The submarine earned the nickname 'The Galloping Ghost of the Japanese Coast' due to its successful missions during World War II.
The USS Torsk was awarded two battle stars for its service in World War II.
It is one of the last surviving Tench-class submarines and is part of the Historic Ships in Baltimore collection.
After World War II, the USS Torsk served as a training vessel for the U.S. Naval Reserve until it was decommissioned in 1968.
Although it did not see combat, the USS Torsk was active during the Korean War, providing training and readiness support.
The submarine measures 311 feet long, making it a formidable presence during its active years.
Visitors can tour the submarine's interior, including the control room and torpedo rooms, to get a sense of life aboard a World War II submarine.
The submarine serves as an educational museum, offering insights into naval history and submarine technology.
