Who We Are

The USS Snook Base of the United States Submarine Veterans organization was commissioned on April 15, 2006 the base was named after the USS Snook [SS279] lost during her 9th war patrol in 1944. The base currently has 35 members ranging from WWII to the Cold War who have served on diesel boats, fast attack boats and ballistic missile boats.

The USS Snook Base is active in a number of community events including the Bella Vista 4th of July and Veterans Day parades in Branson and Fort Chaffee. Members visit the Veterans Hospital in Fayetteville on Valentines Day during the National Salute to Veteran Patients and participate in the Memorial Day ceremony at the National Cemetery in Fayetteville. The Base is also a charter member of the Northwest Arkansas Veterans Coalition. Perhaps the Base’s greatest achievement is the building of a beautiful Submarine Veterans Memorial as part of the Veterans Memorial in Pea Ridge, Arkansas. For all of the above, the USS Snook Base was presented the prestigious Golden Anchor Award in 2017 by the national organization.

Statement of Purpose

To perpetuate the memory of shipmates who gave their lives in the pursuit of their duties while serving their country. That their dedication, deeds, and supreme sacrifice be a constant source of motivation toward greater accomplishments. Pledge loyalty and patriotism to the United States of America and its Constitution.

We meet on the first Saturday of each month at

The Golden Corral

2650 Pleasant Crossing Drive

Rogers, AR 72758.

Fellowship and brunch start about 10:30, our meeting starts at 1100 hours. Come join us for a huge buffet with a generous Veteran’s Discount for good food, fun, and some good old-time sea stories.