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USS Bowfin, World War II submarine museum at Pearl Harbor, United States.

The USS Bowfin submarine extends 312 feet in length and contains multiple compartments including torpedo rooms, engine rooms, and living quarters for 80 crew members.

The submarine earned the name Pearl Harbor Avenger after launching on December 7, 1942, exactly one year following the attack on Pearl Harbor.

The Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum showcases maritime artifacts, military equipment, and historical documents illustrating the development of submarine warfare through American naval history.

The museum operates daily from 7 AM to 5 PM, offering audio guides in seven languages and comprehensive tours through both submarine compartments and exhibition halls.

During World War II operations, the USS Bowfin completed nine combat patrols and eliminated 44 enemy vessels across Pacific Ocean military campaigns.

Location: Honolulu County

Inception: January 1, 1942

Architects: Portsmouth Naval Shipyard

Website: https://bowfin.org

GPS coordinates: 21.36869,-157.93942

Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:34

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