Beneath the Waves, the story behind "Silent Predator"

This Fine Art Print by Artist Craig Tinder depicts the U.S. Naval Submarine, the U.S.S. Atule, during a war patrol in the Pacific theater in WWII. This Limited Edition Canvas Print includes an actual fragment from a storage box from the USS Atule - one of the only relics remaining from the ship. 

Details About the RELIC:

This artifact originated from a wooden crew member's box that was used aboard the USS Atule. These boxes typically stored tools or spare parts and often times are the only physical relic remaining of the ship.

Tool Box - USS Atule. Pieces of this are used as the relic included in the "Silent Predator" limited edition prints

Note the commissioning date stamp - standard practice for many US Navy vessels during WWII.

Inside of tool box

Artist, Craig Tinder, with USS Atule relic and limited edition canvas art "Silent Predator"

The Story Behind the Print:

The USS Atule (SS-403), a Balao-class submarine, was commissioned by the U.S. Navy during the height of World War II in 1944. As part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, the Atule embarked on multiple war patrols across the Pacific theater, establishing itself as a significant threat to enemy shipping. During its wartime service, the Atule was credited with sinking five enemy vessels, totaling approximately 28,600 tons of Japanese shipping. These successful patrols underscored the crucial role of submarines in disrupting enemy supply lines and naval operations during the war, earning the Atule a reputation as a formidable force in the Pacific.

USS Atule - 1944

After the conclusion of World War II, the USS Atule underwent several significant modifications to adapt to the evolving needs of the U.S. Navy during the Cold War. This period saw a transition in the role of submarines, from direct engagement in wartime patrols to a broader strategic function in intelligence gathering, surveillance, and deterrence. The Atule played a part in these missions, reflecting the shift in naval priorities as tensions with the Soviet Union grew. Throughout its service, the Atule exemplified the adaptability of the Balao-class submarines, serving both in times of total war and the ensuing Cold War standoff.

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