And, it's a submarine. The August 3rd Oklahoman reported that and Oklahoman group is seeking donations to restore the vessel.
It was launched in Portsmouth, New Hampshire in May 1943 and earned nine battle stars for action in World War II. Its 85 man crew sank 11 enemy vessels, including one in Tokyo Harbor.
Today, it sits upright on dry ground in Muskogee War Memorial Park where more than 10,000 a year tour it.
In 1972, it was destined for Tulsa, but its length was too much for the Verdigris River and it ended up in Muskogee for the last 37 years. The weather and elements have been rough on its exterior. The wooden deck planking needs to be replaced and the outer skin needs $180,000 to blast off the rust and repaint.
A Worthy Cause. --Cooter
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