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Flagler County Public Library: Palm Coast Branch: The Sinking of the USS Thrasher SSN 593

  • When: Thursday, April 16, 2026,  1:00 pm -  2:00 pm
  • Location: 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy NW, Palm Coast, Florida 32137
  • Cost: Free

Join us for a compelling and educational program on the tragic loss of the USS Thresher (SSN-593), the U.S. Navy’s first nuclear submarine lost at sea. Presented by the United States Submarine Veterans, Inc. – Florida Base, this program will explore the events surrounding the submarine’s sinking in 1963, the investigation that followed, and the lasting impact on naval safety standards.

Through expert insight and historical perspective, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of submarine operations, the risks faced by those who serve beneath the waves, and how this tragedy reshaped modern submarine safety protocols. This is a meaningful opportunity to honor the 129 crew members who were lost and to learn about a pivotal moment in naval history.

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