Memorial: USS Amberjack (SS-219) WWII Memorial
USS Amberjack (SS-219) WWII Memorial
USS Amberjack SS-219
Description
The U.S. Submarine Veterans of World War II assigned USS Amberjack (SS-219) to the State of South Carolina USS AMBERJACK SS-219 Memorial located at the Charleston Battery at White Point Gardens. Dedicated in 1970 by the Submarine Veterans of WWII. ( Image by Dan Holba. Taken summer 2002 ) Gato Class Submarine: Laid down, 15 May 1941, at the Electric Boat Co., Groton, CT.; Launched, 6 March 1942; Commissioned USS Amberjack (SS-219), 19 June 1942; Final Disposition, sunk on 3rd patrol by depth charging, 16 February 1943, off Rabaul, all hands lost; Amberjack received three battle stars for her service during World War II.
Location
Address:
Charleston Battery and White Point Gardens Charleston SC 29401
Website:
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USS Amberjack SS-219 Memorial Stone Charleston Battery at White Point Gardens, Charleston, SC
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