![]() ![]() Navy signal gun, original piece of USS Requin’s white ash deck, USS Requin’s ward room ashtray, submarine insignia, pennant, emergency lantern, Lionel Corporation telegraph key, quartermaster’s spyglass, and more. USS Pittsburgh carries the nickname “Heart of Steel” after her namesake city.Īrtifacts and Personal Memorabilia – U.S. Los Angeles class submarines are considered the backbone of the US Navy submarine force and have more submarines than any other class in the world. USS Pittsburgh (SSN-720) is a Los Angeles class nuclear powered, fast attack submarine. Weight: 5,895 tons surfaced / 6,292 tons submerged ![]() The submarine guarded waters off the coast of the important seaports in New England and served as an education vessel for new submariners until 1920, when it ran aground while on route back to the west coast. H-1 patrolled the west coast of the United States from 1913 until the outbreak of WWI in 1917, when the submarine was transferred to the east coast. USS H-1 was originally named USS Seawolf, the first submarine to hold the name. Over 13,000 were produced and remained in use on submarines until 1980. Torpedo – The Mark 14 was the standard anti-ship torpedo used by the submarine service during World War II. ![]() The Mark 9 was a significant advancement in depth charge engineering, modifying the existing barrel shape to a weighted teardrop and adding fins, allowing it to travel faster and on a more direct trajectory. The Mod 3 design was used from late in WWII through the Cold War. The device can be set to detonate at a certain depth, subjecting the target to explosive shockwaves. Mark 9 Mod 3 Depth Charge – A depth charge is an anti-submarine weapon, essentially a bomb dropped from surface ships or aircraft.The technology of the Mark V was instrumental in developing high altitude flight suits and early space suits. Divers wore woolen bodysuits beneath the main rig for warmth, and weighted belts to assist in buoyancy and resurfacing. The pressurized suit is made from cotton canvas over rubber, with watertight seals for the brass helmet, gloves, and weighted boots. United States Navy Mark V Dive Suit, circa 1950 – The Mark V diving rig, invented in 1916 and used until 1984, allowed divers to work at previously unreachable depths.Many of these new exhibits provide access to submarine-based content for those unable to board the ship. While Requin is a Cold War-era submarine, visitors interested in World War II will also enjoy these exhibits. USS Requin Gateway is perfect for all ages, especially visitors interested in military history and technology, engineering, and the Cold War era. Come aboard a new way to explore USS Requin (SS 481)! Located in the Science Center’s grand staircase and Grable Riverside Lobby, USS Requin Gateway enhances the on-board experience for those guests who tour the submarine, while providing a way for guests unable to go below deck to see and explore the boat. ![]()
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