USS Redfish (SS-395) was a Balao-class submarine of the United States Navy, named after the redfish, a type of rockfish found in the Atlantic Ocean. The submarine was commissioned in 1944 and participated in World War II, where it conducted several successful patrols in the Pacific Ocean. After the war, the USS Redfish was decommissioned and placed in reserve. It was recommissioned in the 1950s and served during the Cold War, participating in various training exercises and operations. In 1968, the submarine was finally decommissioned and stricken from the Naval Vessel Register. USS Redfish was later sold for scrapping in 1972. The submarine had a distinguished service record and was awarded several battle stars for its actions during World War II. The USS Redfish played a significant role in the naval history of the United States, contributing to the country's defense during times of conflict and tension.

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