USS Bergall (SSN 667)

• Namesake Legacy: USS Bergall (SSN-667) was named after the bergall, a small fish found along the Atlantic coast of North America. It was the second U.S. Navy vessel to bear the name, following the World War II-era submarine USS Bergall (SS-320). • Sturgeon-class Submarine: The Bergall was a Sturgeon-class nuclear-powered attack submarine, a class known for its improved sonar, speed, and stealth over previous generations. • Launched during the Cold War: The submarine was launched on February 17, 1968, at the Electric Boat Division of General Dynamics in Groton, Connecticut, amid increasing tensions of the Cold War. • Operational Service: Commissioned on June 13, 1969, Bergall served for more than 25 years, conducting numerous classified and unclassified missions. • Under-Ice Operations: The submarine was known to operate under the Arctic ice, a challenging and dangerous environment that tested the vessel's endurance and crew skill. • Homeport and Deployments: USS Bergall was primarily homeported in Groton, Connecticut, but also operated out of Charleston, South Carolina, participating in both Atlantic and Mediterranean deployments. • Reactor Refueling: In the mid-1980s, Bergall underwent an extensive overhaul and nuclear reactor refueling, extending her operational life and updating her systems. • “Super Bergall” Nickname: Due to her extended hull and advanced features, she was sometimes affectionately called "Super Bergall" by her crew. • Decommissioning: USS Bergall was decommissioned on June 6, 1996, at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, after nearly three decades of service. • Reunion and Legacy: The submarine’s legacy is maintained by a dedicated group of former crew members who organize reunions and maintain a website with stories and memorabilia, preserving the memory of their service aboard the Bergall.