USS Memphis (SSN-691)
USS Memphis (SSN 691) was commissioned on December 17, 1977, and joined Submarine Squadron EIGHT in Norfolk, VA in 1978. She deployed for the first time in June 1979.In March 1981, USS Memphis completed an around the world cruise via the Panama Canal, including operations with both the Sixth and Seventh Fleets.
In January 1994 Memphis entered Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for RCOH and modifications to support her Research and Development role. Upon completion of the shipyard availability she was assigned to Submarine Development Squadron TWELVE in Groton, Connecticut.
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