Business Insider·Saturday, May 23, 2026
I toured the only nuclear-missile submarine in the US open to the public. Take a look inside the USS Growler.
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AI Summary
Business Insider describes the USS Growler, a decommissioned nuclear-missile submarine from 1958 now housed at the Intrepid Museum in New York City as a public attraction. The article provides historical context about the vessel's Cold War role and its current status as the only such submarine accessible to the public.
Claims Made In This Story
USS Growler is the only nuclear-missile submarine in the US open to the public
Growler was commissioned in 1958
Growler patrolled waters off Russia during the Cold War
Growler was crewed by 90 men
Growler is now housed at the Intrepid Museum in New York City
What Is Missing From This Story
Why this particular submarine was selected for public display vs others
Visitor statistics or public interest metrics
Current state of preservation and maintenance details
Alternative submarines or naval vessels open to public viewing
Framing Techniques Detected
Superlative framing ('the only')
Historical nostalgia through Cold War references
Tourist attraction angle to drive engagement
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