The USS S-36 (SS-141) belonged to the S-class submarines, a fleet born in the aftermath of World War I. These boats, designed with postwar optimism, showcased the U.S. Navy’s growing ambition to dominate undersea warfare. At the time of their commissioning, they were marvels of engineering—fast, stealthy, and versatile. But by the 1940s, they had aged out of the Navy’s cutting edge. The advent of larger, more advanced submarines relegated these vessels to secondary roles. However, as the shadow of war darkened the Pacific, necessity demanded their return to the forefront. Continue reading “USS S-36 (SS-141)” →