USS Silversides, World War II submarine museum in Muskegon, United States.
Description
USS Silversides is a World War II attack submarine preserved as a floating museum along the shore of Lake Michigan in Muskegon. The 311-foot vessel contains ten torpedo tubes and a four-inch deck gun that show visitors the combat equipment used during that era.
History
During the Pacific War, the submarine sank multiple enemy vessels in significant naval operations before the war ended. Following the conflict, the vessel was preserved and eventually converted into a memorial for naval history.
Culture
The Great Lakes Naval Memorial and Museum maintains this submarine as an educational center, teaching visitors about naval operations and military service.
Practical
Visitors can board and explore the interior compartments to understand how crews lived and worked in cramped conditions during wartime. The visit tends to be less crowded during weekday afternoons.
Did you know?
The submarine's original diesel engines remain operational and are started several times yearly to maintain their functionality. These periodic activations create a tangible connection between the vessel's working past and present-day preservation efforts.
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