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USS Dace

1943 Gato-class submarine


Country
United States
Manufacturer
General Dynamics Electric Boat
Operator
United States Navy
Vessel Type
attack submarine, Gato-class submarine
Decommissioning Date
February 12, 1947
Aliases
Dace

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The USS Dace (SS-247) was a Gato-class submarine of the United States Navy that served during World War II. She was commissioned in 1943 and completed a total of seven war patrols in the Pacific, earning seven battle stars for her service. The USS Dace was known for her successful attacks on enemy ships, including the sinking of several Japanese vessels. She also participated in special operations, such as landing and picking up agents and commandos. After the war, the submarine was decommissioned and placed in reserve. In 1968, the USS Dace was sold for scrap. Throughout her service, the USS Dace was praised for her reliability, efficiency, and the skill of her crew. She is remembered as a significant contributor to the United States Navy's efforts in the Pacific during World War II.

This description has been generated using GPT-4.1-NANO based on the Vessel's wikidata information and then modified by ShipIndex.org staff.

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Published OCLC, Dublin, Ohio
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Dace, USS (SS-247) (Submarine)
Journal Sea Chest: The Journal of the Puget Sound Maritime Historical Society (1987-1998; Vols. 20-29)
Published Puget Sound Maritime Historical Society, Seattle,
Page 29: 188
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