U. S. S. Albacore: Forerunner of the Future (Publication

by Robert P. Largess

History of the experimental submarine USS ALBACORE (AGSS 569) whose unique teardrop hull design became the model for all modern submarines. Includes descriptions of how it was designed, built and underwent five major reconfigurations during its service life from 1953 through 1972, and how it was brought ashore for public display in Albacore Park, Portsmouth, NH.

208 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 1999

Reviews

[TJ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Recently we went to Portsmouth NH and on our way home we saw the USS Albacore sub museum and decided to stop by. It was really cool to go through the sub and explore. I purchased this book for a souvenir of our visit. I enjoyed the book and learning of the history of the sub we had visited. My favorite part of the book was the story of USS Albacore going from being slated for destruction to a beautiful harbor side location where she can be enjoyed for generations to come. I also loved the photographs in the book, really gives you a sense of history.