U.S. Peacetime Submarine Accidents

Lord God, our power evermore, whose arm doth reach the ocean floor,
Dive with our men beneath the sea; Traverse the depths protectively.
O hear us when we pray, and keep them safe from peril in the deep.
Alternate verse for the Navy Hymn, David B. Miller (1965)

Background

This web site is a comprehensive study of the major peacetime submarine accidents that have occurred in the U.S. Navy. This study is intended to honor the dangerous work of American submariners, work that is no less (and sometimes MORE) dangerous than actual war.

This paper is divided into the following sections:

Abstract
Introduction
- Background
- Purpose of Report
- Sources of Information
- Scope of Inquiry
Collected Data
Conclusions
References Cited
Appendices

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This page last updated on 1 June, 2000.