The USS Pike (SS-173) was a submarine of the United States Navy, launched on March 24, 1936. It was part of the Pike-class submarines and was designed for various missions, including reconnaissance and anti-submarine warfare. The submarine was named after the northern pike, a type of fish known for its speed and agility. During World War II, the USS Pike served in the Pacific Theater, conducting patrols and engaging in combat operations. It was involved in several significant missions, contributing to the overall efforts of the United States Navy in the war. The submarine was decommissioned in 1945 and later scrapped.