The U-505 is a German submarine that was captured by the United States during World War II. It was launched in 1941 and became one of the few U-boats to be seized intact. The capture occurred on June 4, 1944, off the coast of West Africa, marking a significant event in naval warfare. Today, the U-505 is preserved as a museum exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago. Visitors can explore the submarine and learn about its history, the technology of submarines, and the broader context of the war in which it operated.