FDR Addresses Nation, the Lesson From the Sinking of the Squalus Pt 3

The video discusses the history of the USS Sailfish, originally known as the USS Squalus, which sank off the New England coast in 1939. Some crew members were lost, but others were rescued. The ship was repaired and recommissioned as the USS Sailfish, playing a significant role in the Pacific during WWII. It sank a Japanese destroyer and hit other enemy vessels. Remarkably, some of the original crew continued to serve on the Sailfish. The story highlights the ship's resilience and contribution to the war effort.

What event occurred off the New England coast in 1939?

• A ship's crew faced a tragic incident, but some were rescued.

• A ship was discovered with treasure.

• A ship was lost with all its crew.

• A ship was attacked by pirates.

What was the new name given to the ship after it was repaired?

• USS Whale

• USS Dolphin

• USS Sailfish

• USS Shark

In which region did the USS Sailfish operate during its service?

• North Atlantic

• South Atlantic

• Indian Ocean

• Southwest Pacific

What type of enemy vessels did the USS Sailfish successfully engage?

• Battleships

• Destroyers and cruisers

• Submarines

• Cargo ships

What is significant about the crew members who survived the 1939 incident?

• They continued to serve on the USS Sailfish.

• They were transferred to another ship.

• They retired immediately after the incident.

• They left the Navy.