Monday, July 30, 2012

Aug 3, 1958:Nautilus travels under North Pole

www.history.com

Not yet Aug 3rd, but it is consistent with recent posting.

Some excerpts:
  • The USS Nautilus was constructed under the direction of U.S. Navy Captain Hyman G. Rickover
  • Regarded as a fanatic by his detractors, Rickover succeeded in developing and delivering the world's first nuclear submarine years ahead of schedule.
  • At 11:15 p.m. EDT on August 3, 1958, Commander Anderson announced to his crew: "For the world, our country, and the Navy--the North Pole." 
  • For the command during the historic journey, President Dwight D. Eisenhower decorated Anderson with the Legion of Merit.

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