National Register of Historic Places
USS Alabacore
USS Alabacore is a historic place in Portsmouth, Rockingham County, New Hampshire, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on April 11, 1989, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 89001077.
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USS Alabacore
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About this place
What is USS Alabacore?
USS Albacore (AGSS-569) is a retired, unique research submarine that pioneered the American version of the teardrop hull form, sometimes called an "Albacore hull", of modern submarines. The revolutionary design was derived from extensive hydrodynamic and wind tunnel testing, with an emphasis on underwater speed and maneuverability. She was the third vessel of the United States Navy to be named for the albacore.
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Listing details
- Name
- USS Alabacore
- City
- Portsmouth
- County
- Rockingham County
- State
- New Hampshire
- Listed on the National Register
- April 11, 1989
- NRIS reference number
- 89001077
- Resource type
- structure
- National Historic Landmark
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 43.08224, -70.76697
When was USS Alabacore listed on the National Register?
USS Alabacore was added to the National Register of Historic Places on April 11, 1989.
Where is USS Alabacore located?
USS Alabacore is located in Portsmouth, Rockingham County, New Hampshire at approximately 43.08224, -70.76697. See the map above.
Is USS Alabacore a National Historic Landmark?
Yes. USS Alabacore is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.