USS Seahorse(SS-669)

• Namesake: USS Seahorse (SSN-669) was the second United States Navy ship named after the seahorse, a small fish with a horse-shaped head. • Sturgeon-class Submarine: She was a Sturgeon-class nuclear-powered fast attack submarine, one of the workhorse classes of the Cold War era. • Launched in 1968: Seahorse was launched on 15 June 1968 at General Dynamics Electric Boat Division in Groton, Connecticut, and commissioned on 19 September 1969. • Arctic Operations: In 1977, Seahorse completed a historic under-ice voyage, surfacing at the North Pole and participating in scientific and navigational experiments in the Arctic. • Cold War Missions: The submarine was actively involved in intelligence-gathering and surveillance operations during the height of the Cold War, often in challenging and classified environments. • Tomodachi Award: In 1981, Seahorse received the "Tomodachi Award" from the city of Yokosuka, Japan, for her contribution to fostering goodwill between the United States and Japan. • Reactor Compartment Disposal: After decommissioning, Seahorse’s reactor compartment was removed and disposed of as part of the Navy’s Ship-Submarine Recycling Program. • Lengthy Service: The submarine served for over 26 years, being decommissioned on 17 August 1995, after a long and distinguished career. • Ship’s Motto: Seahorse’s motto was "Pax Per Potens" ("Peace Through Power"), reflecting the deterrence philosophy of nuclear submarines. • Legacy: Crew members of Seahorse are known as "Seahorsers," and the boat is remembered for its professionalism and contributions to US naval operations during the Cold War.