WWII submarine wreck found in Gulf of Thailand

A WWII US submarine has been found off the southeast coast of Thailand.  The USS Lagarto, a 1,500 ton Balao class vessel was lost without a trace in 1945 after attacking a convoy of Japanese ships.  The Lagarto is reportedly in good condition, sitting upright on the bottom in 225 feet of water.

  

 Web article:

http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/BKK136593.htm

And now, the discoverers are seeking US approval to explore the wreck, which is a war grave.  Warships remain the property of the nation which owned them and so the Pentagon must OK any entry or contact with the wreck.

Newsday article...