USS Raton

Definition: **
USS Raton (SS-270) was a Gato-class submarine of the United States Navy that served during World War II, conducting multiple war patrols in the Pacific Theater.

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**USS Raton**

**Definition:**
USS Raton (SS-270) was a Gato-class submarine of the United States Navy that served during World War II, conducting multiple war patrols in the Pacific Theater.

**Article:**
The USS Raton was commissioned in 1943 and named after the raton, a type of small rodent. As a Gato-class submarine, it was designed for long-range patrols and offensive operations against enemy shipping. Throughout World War II, USS Raton completed several war patrols, primarily targeting Japanese merchant and naval vessels. It played a significant role in disrupting enemy supply lines and gathering intelligence. After the war, the submarine was decommissioned and eventually scrapped. The USS Raton exemplified the strategic importance of submarines in naval warfare during the mid-20th century.

**Meta Description:**
USS Raton was a Gato-class submarine that served in the US Navy during World War II, conducting multiple patrols in the Pacific. It contributed to disrupting enemy supply lines and naval operations.