July 28-29, 2006 - Port stern plane and propeller looking forward. The large rudder is just to the right. Courtesy of Vladimir Kartashev. July 28-29, 2006 - Shot showing the starboard prop shaft and screw. Courtesy of Vladimir Kartashev. July 28-29, 2006 - Stern shot showing the vertical rudder and horizontal stern diving planes. Both screws appear intact which contradicts a notation on the Japanese report which described a blade being blown to the surface following an attack run. Above are the stern torpedo tubes in the extreme after end of the boat. Courtesy of Vladimir Kartashev. July 28-29, 2006 - Port propeller.This close-up was taken from underneath the port stern plane which can be seen across top. Courtesy of Vladimir Kartashev. Stern comparison - Here is Wahoo's stern arrangement prior to launching at Mare Island. The rudder and stern planes, four bladed props, and hull contours all match perfectly with the wreck. In the opinion of Legends of the Deep, it can be no other. Having assessed the available evidence, the United States Navy certified the wreck as USS Wahoo (SS-238) on October 31, 2006. July 29, 2006 - Vladamir Kartashev, left, and dive team members stand at attention as their sailing vessel Iskra departs the dive site. They have lowered their flag to half mast in honor of those still on patrol aboard Wahoo. Courtesy of Vladimir Kartashev.