When Did the US Last Lose a Submarine? Exploring the USS Scorpion Tragedy

Discover the details of the last US submarine loss, the USS Scorpion, and its significance in naval history.

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The last time the US lost a submarine was in 1968 when the USS Scorpion (SSN-589) sank in the Atlantic Ocean. The loss remains one of the most significant peacetime submarine tragedies in US history. The cause of the sinking is still a subject of speculation and investigation.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What caused the USS Scorpion to sink? The exact cause of the USS Scorpion's sinking remains under investigation and speculation.
  2. How many submarines has the US lost? The US has lost several submarines during both wartime and peacetime, with notable losses including the USS Scorpion in 1968.
  3. When was the USS Scorpion launched? The USS Scorpion (SSN-589) was launched on July 22, 1959, and was commissioned into service in 1960.
  4. What other submarines have been lost by the US? Other notable losses include the USS Thresher in 1963 and the USS Grayback in 1944.

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