The submarine was built by H.M. Dockyard in Davenport and was launched as H.M.S. Totem on 28 th September 1943. In the mid 50's the submarine was renewed and refitted. 12 feet were added to the length of the pressure hull. Click on small pictures to enlarge H.M.S. Totem during the 40's H.M.S. Totem after modification of the 50's On November 10 th 1967 she was commissioned by the Israeli Navy. Right after the commission ceremony Dakar left for Scotland for her sea and dive trials.
Submarine changes hands.
Totem becomes Dakar as the British flag is taken down the Israeli one is hoisted over the bow of the boat Dakar stayed in Scotland for 2 months and passed her sea and dive trials under the supervision of the experts of Israeli and Royal Navy. Towards the end of the year 1967 Dakar returned to Portsmouth and made preparations for her voyage to Israel. Right after the commission ceremony Dakar's crew members embark their boat. Dakar left right after the ceremony to Scotland On January 9 th 1968 Dakar was ready to cast off and leave for her long voyage to Israel. Just before her departure another ceremony took place.