SECNAV Names Two Future Virginia-class Submarines Tang, Wahoo

[rangerrebew]

SECNAV Names Two Future Virginia-class Submarines Tang, Wahoo
Posted on November 19, 2020 by Seapower Staff   

ARLINGTON, Va. — Secretary of the Navy Kenneth J. Braithwaite announced Nov. 17 that two future Virginia-class attack submarines will be named USS Tang and USS Wahoo.

USS Tang (SSN 805) and USS Wahoo (SSN 806) will carry the names of two storied World War II submarines.

“The success in battle both previous namesakes endured will undoubtedly bring great pride to the future crews of USS Tang and USS Wahoo,” said Braithwaite. “Along with the previously named USS Barb (SSN 804), these boats will honor the strong traditions and heritage of the silent service.”

This will be the third time that the name Tang and Wahoo will be used for U.S. Navy submarines.

https://seapowermagazine.org/secnav-names-two-future-virginia-class-submarines-tang-wahoo/

[PeteS in CA]

The Gato-class Barb and Wahoo and the Balao-class Tang were legendary. If this convention continues "USS Harder" should be considered.

Barb - https://www.hazegray.org/danfs/submar/ss220.htm

Tang - https://www.hazegray.org/danfs/submar/ss306.txt

Wahoo - https://www.hazegray.org/danfs/submar/ss238.txt

Harder - https://www.hazegray.org/danfs/submar/ss257.txt

[rustynail]

Just read Tang.  Amazing!