The Paddle Bell - US Naval Academy, Annapolis, Md.
Posted by: Mother Wolf
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This Memorial is to Honor the men whose lives were lost on submarines during WW II as well as those lost during peace time.
Waymark Code: WM5268
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 10/29/2008
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U. S. S. Paddle (SS 263) carried this bell throughout World War II. Similar bells were carried by all U. S. Submarines.
Upon this bell we toll the loss of 52 American submarines and crew of 3,621 officers and enlisted men who went down fighting during WW II.
Additionally, we recognize those lost during peace time operations:
U.S.S. Thresher (SSN 593) - 129 Crew
U.S.S. Scorpion (SSN 589) - 99 Crew
May the list end here
Sailor rest your oar