Vessel Profile

Garfish (U.S.S.)

Garfish (U.S.S.)
Photo: Navsource.org

Story

This submarine, naval (conventional) was built in 1911 by Seattle Construction & Dry Dock Co..

Historical Notes

On December 16, 1916 this vessel ran aground off Samoa CA USA.

In 1931 this vessel was sold for breaking up.

Owners & Masters

In 1911-1930 she was owned by the United States Navy (laid down as Garfish).

Armament

4-18" torpedo tubes

References

Navsource.org (website viewed 31/08/2022)

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