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NH 64885-KN Insignia: USS SNOOK (SSN-592)

Insignia: USS SNOOK (SSN-592)
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Title: Insignia: USS SNOOK (SSN-592)
Caption: This insignia was adopted in 1961. It contains the following significant features: the Latin motto, translated "Make haste slowly," a cautious reminder for a high speed SSN. The sights of the SNOOK's periscope, set on submerged and surface targets; The colors orange and black, selected because the SNOOK was launched on Halloween 1960.
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Catalog #: NH 64885-KN
Copyright Owner: Naval History and Heritage Command
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After this Year: 1960
Before this Year: 1969
Original Medium: Color Photo, BW Photo
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