Events tagged with "richard okane"

Historical Events tagged with "richard okane"

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Military & Warfare

USS Tang Sunk by Malfunctioning Torpedo

October 25th, 1944 80 years ago

The USS Tang, under Captain Richard O'Kane, met its fate due to a malfunctioning torpedo. During a patrol in the waters off Formosa, the submarine launched a torpedo at an enemy ship, but the torpedo circled back, striking and sinking the USS Tang. This incident marked a rare and unfortunate outcome in submarine warfare, showcasing the inherent risks of such advanced weaponry.