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Embark on a deep dive into the thrilling true story of USS Flasher (SS-249) – the most successful American submarine of World War II by tonnage sunk
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. This Gato-class sub prowled the Pacific, sinking over 100,000 tons of Japanese ships
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and earning a reputation as a Silent Service legend. Flasher’s aggressive submarine warfare tactics, including daring night attacks on convoys, helped choke off Japan’s vital supply lines and hasten the Empire’s defeat.

In this documentary, you'll follow Flasher through six action-packed war patrols that changed the course of naval history:

Legendary Convoy Ambush: Witness Commander George W. Grider’s daring night attack on Convoy HI-82, where Flasher sank multiple oil tankers and a destroyer in a single night – a decisive blow to Japan’s fuel supplies.

Heroic Commanders: Learn about Flasher’s two remarkable skippers – Reuben T. Whitaker and George W. Grider – whose aggressive tactics and leadership earned the boat the nickname “Champion of Tonnage” in the submarine fleet.

Silent Service Warfare: Discover how Flasher’s Gato-class design, advanced radar, and fearless crew revolutionized submarine tactics (the “night surface attack”) and helped the U.S. Navy dominate Japanese shipping lanes in the Pacific Theater.

Legacy & Fate: Explore Flasher’s post-war story, from her Presidential Unit Citation and the preserved conning tower memorial in Groton, to her lasting legacy as a symbol of American naval prowess in the Pacific War.

Whether you're a military history buff, a naval warfare enthusiast, or simply intrigued by World War II stories, this in-depth video offers an immersive journey into the undersea battles that helped win the Pacific War, and showcases why USS Flasher remains an icon among WWII submarines in American naval history. Join us as we surface the untold saga of USS Flasher’s courageous crew and their silent war beneath the waves. Don't miss this deep dive into one of WWII’s greatest submarine legends!
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