The USS Silversides was launched and commissioned in 1941. In 14 wartime patrols, this Gato-Class World War II submarine sank 23 ships, laid minefields, rescued downed pilots and escorted stricken sister ships to safe waters. She was severely damaged in one skirmish and narrowly escaped reaching crush depth.

The submarine was awarded 12 battle stars and a Presidential Unit Citation. Post war, she was used as a training ship and retired from the navy in 1969. A group of Chicago volunteers restored her to working order and moved her to Muskegon where she became the centerpiece of the museum which would ultimately bear her name.

1346 Bluff St, 49441 Muskegon, Michigan, Phone: 231-755-1230

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