USS Growler’s first war patrol began 29 June 1942. Five days later she sought three destroyers and closed them submerged.  She fired at all three.  Her torpedoes struck the first two targets amidships putting them out of action, and hit the third in the bow but not before that target had launched two torpedoes at Growler.  As the Japanese torpedoes "swished down each side", Growler dived deep, and no depth charges followed.  The Japanese destroyer Arare was sunk, and the other two Kasumi and Shiranui were severely damaged.

People called her valiant action something to growl about. 

USS Growler earned eight battle stars for her WWII service.

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This USS Growler submarine model have all wooden and metal parts (absolutely no plastic.)  Note the realistic rust appearance that only true master builders can create.   Model is  intentionally painted fairly rough for realism, as real submarines are not shiny or perfectly painted like superyachts.  

Dimensions:  31.5" long.  Commissioned model and not for sale.

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