)[2] Trained in joint, naval and submarine commands, Fargo served in a variety of sea and shore duty assignments.

Fargo ultimately retired from military service in 2005, when the Senate confirmed Admiral William J. Fallon to succeed him as Commander of USPACOM.

[5] Admiral Fargo served as the inspiration for the character of Commander Bart Mancuso in the film The Hunt for Red October.

Scott Glenn spent several days preparing for his role aboard the Salt Lake City.

"[7] "Tom Fargo was a strong, tough commander, but he had a degree of relaxation and looseness that I never would have expected."

[7] This article incorporates public domain material from websites or documents of the United States Navy.