USS Pampanito

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USS Pampanito in San Francisco

The USS Pampanito is a World War II submarine that made six patrols in the Pacific, sinking six Japanese ships. She was built in New Hampshire in 1943, and sailed from New London to join the war effort in 1944.

She became a museum in 1982 and has more than 100,000 visitors annually. Those who want the visceral experience of living on a submarine, can tour the USS Pampanito at Pier 45. The USS Pampanito also hosts children's programs and educational activities.

For more maritime history, see the Photo Tour of San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park at Hyde Pier.

USS Pampanito Website

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