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The USS Gudgeon holds the distinction of being the first American submarine to circumnavigate the globe. This historic voyage was navigated by Lt. Leon Leroy Stine Jr., who passed away on January 30, 2018. Visitors to the submarine can learn about this remarkable journey and the man who navigated it, adding a historical context to their visit.

The USS Gudgeon's Journey to Turkey

In 1983, the USS Gudgeon was leased to Turkey and renamed TCG Hızırreis (S 342) in honor of Ottoman Admiral Kurtoğlu Hızır Reis. The submarine was purchased in 1987 and served until 2004. Today, it is berthed as a museum ship at the Kocaeli Museum Ships Command in Izmit and is open to the public. Visitors can explore the submarine and learn about its rich history, from its service in the United States Navy to its time in the Turkish fleet.

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Kozluk, Salim Dervişoğlu caddesi no:56, İzmit

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