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USS Lionfish SS-298 becomes part of Battleship Cove

On 30 August 1972, Balao-class submarine USS Lionfish SS-298 becomes part of Battleship Cove at Falls River, MA.

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USS Growler SSG-577 commissioned

On 30 August 1958 Grayback-class submarine USS Growler SSG-577 was commissioned with LCDR Charles Priest Jr. in command.

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USS Hornet CV-12 Launched

On 30 August 1943, Essex-class aircraft carrier USS Hornet CV-12 was launched at Newport News Shipbuilidng, Newport News, VA, sponsored by Annie Reid Knox.

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Lightship Frying Pan (LV-115) launched

On 30 August 1929, Lightship Frying Pan (LV-115) was launched at Charleston Dry Dock and Machine Co, Charleston, SC.

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HMCS Haida (G63) commissioned

On 30 August 1943 Tribal class destroyer HMCS Haida (G63) was commissioned with H.G. DeWolf in command.

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