Historical Events tagged with "uss tang"
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USS Tang Sunk by Malfunctioning Torpedo
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.
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The USS Tang (SS-306), a U.S. submarine, sank in the Formosa Strait after being struck by one of its own torpedoes. During a mission against Japanese shipping, the Tang fired a magnetic torpedo which missed its target and turned back to hit the submarine instead. Of the crew, 78 sailors perished, marking one of the significant losses for the U.S. Navy during World War II.
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