The Triton Disaster: Facts Surrounding the Sinking of the US Submarine in 1963
USS Thresher (SSN-593) Disaster: 1963 Tragedy
The 1963 sinking of the USS Thresher in the Atlantic Ocean constitutes a significant maritime tragedy. The loss of 129 crew members continues to raise questions regarding the disaster’s cause and circumstances.
The Sinking
On April 10, 1963, the nuclear-powered submarine was lost during training exercises approximately 220 miles off the coast of Massachusetts, at a depth exceeding 8,000 feet. The U.S. Navy subsequently conducted a large-scale search and recovery operation.
The Investigation and Aftermath
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Lasting Impact
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