National Museum of the U.S. Navy

Submarines have played an important role in U.S. defense policy for more than 200 years. They attack, perform rescue and recovery missions, collect scientific data, and gather intelligence for strategic nuclear deterrence.

In our simulated submarine combat center, visitors learn about the fundamentals of submarine technology through interactive displays. The submarine room also traces the development and history of American submarines.

Interesting artifacts in the submarine exhibit include:

• Submarine Battery
• Submarine Diving Alarm
• Name plate from USS Holland (Submarine Torpedo Boat #1)
• Submarine Squadron Eight Plaque
• Several distinctive and colorful submarine battle flags
• Re-created interior of a submarine operations space, including two working periscopes from the Kollmorgan Optical Co.:    View #1 and View #2
• Bust of Admiral Hyman Rickover

Ship Models in the Dive! Dive! Dive! Submarines Exhibit Area

Click on a model below to review a photographic essay on the submarine.