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This fleet submarine is headed out to sea from Subic Bay, Philippines. The skipper was Commander Caldwell who was one of my ROTC instructors at Yale. Supprisingly, I ran into him ashore and we hoisted a couple toddies together while I listened to his sea stories.
PCU Virginia SSN 774 passes the skyline of Portsmouth, Virgina, on the way to Norfolk Naval Shipyard upon completion of Bravo sea trials. (U.S. Navy photo taken by Journalist 2nd Class Christina M. Shaw)
010724-N-6077T-007 The Western Pacific Ocean (Jul. 24, 2001) Ð The Los Angeles Class Attack submarine USS Chicago (SSN 721) completes a training maneuver off the coast of Malaysia. Malaysian and U.S. Navy ships and submarines participated in a war at sea exercise as part of the seventh annual Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) 2001 exercise. CARAT, a series of bilateral exercises, takes place throughout the Western Pacific each summer with the goal of increasing regional cooperation and promoting interoperability with each country. The countries participating in CARAT 01 are: Indonesia, Singapore, Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia and Brunei and the United States. U.S. Navy photo by PhotographerÕs Mate 1st Class Kevin H. Tierney. (RELEASED)
060719-N-0209M-002 Pacific Ocean (July 19, 2006) - Naval Reserve OfficersÕ Training Corps (NROTC) midshipmen embark the Ohio-class submarine USS Alaska (SSBN 732) for a 24 hour underway guided tour. The Midshipmen have come together from universities across the country to participate in the annual Career Orientation and Training for Midshipmen (CORTRAMID) program. The purpose of the tour was to help familiarize midshipmen with the operations and mission of the submarine community by allowing them to participate in training exercises while underway. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Joshua Martin (RELEASED)
020425-N-0401E-001 Sasebo, Japan (Apr. 25, 2002) -- The U.S. Navy Los Angeles attack submarine USS La Jolla (SSN 701) with the deep submergence rescue vehicle Mystic (DSRV-1) attached, lowers the National Ensign as it prepares to get underway to participate in the submarine rescue Exercise Pacific Reach 2002. La Jolla and Mystic will operate with surface ships and submarines from the U.S., Japan, Australia, the Republic of Korea and the Republic of Singapore during Exercise Pacific Reach. Mystic was specifically designed to fill the need for an improved means of rescuing the crew of a submarine immobilized on the ocean floor. It can operate independently of surface conditions or under ice for rapid response to an accident anywhere in the world. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 3rd Class Wes Eplen. (RELEASED)
020425-N-0401E-003 Sasebo, Japan (Apr. 25, 2002) -- The U.S. Navy Los Angeles attack submarine USS La Jolla (SSN 701) with the deep submergence rescue vehicle Mystic (DSRV-1) attached, is escorted by the Japanese Coast Guard as it pulls out of Sasebo harbor to participate in the submarine rescue Exercise Pacific Reach 2002. La Jolla and Mystic will operate with surface ships and submarines from the U.S., Japan, Australia, the Republic of Korea and the Republic of Singapore during Exercise Pacific Reach. Mystic was specifically designed to fill the need for an improved means of rescuing the crew of a submarine immobilized on the ocean floor. It can operate independently of surface conditions or under ice for rapid response to an accident anywhere in the world. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 3rd Class Wes Eplen. (RELEASED)
030701-N-0000X-005 The Pacific Ocean (Jul. 1, 2003) -- The Los Angeles-class submarine USS Greenville (SSN 772) recently completed sea testing for the Advanced SEAL Delivery System (ASDS) off the coast of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. ASDS is an 65 foot mini-submarine, which rides attached to the top of a much larger Los Angeles Class submarine. It has increased range, speed, and capacity over the current SEAL Delivery Vehicle which is an open, wet submersible, that transports SEALs in scuba gear, exposing them longer to the elements. The ASDS mini-submarine is operated by a crew of two and can carry eight SEAL team members. The vessel is connected to the host ship via a watertight hatch, and has a sophisticated sonar and a hyperbaric recompression chamber. U.S. Navy photo. (RELEASED)
040702-N-4304S-160 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (July 2, 2004) -- Australian submarine HMAS Rankin (SSG 78) sits pierside at Naval Base Pearl Harbor. The ship is participating in this year's Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise 2004. RIMPAC is an international exercise that enhances joint cooperation and proficiency of maritime and air forces of Pacific Rim nations. U. S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Bradley J. Sapp
040706-N-6811L-023 Pacific Ocean (July 6, 2004) - Australia's Collins-class submarine, HMAS Rankin (SSK 78) cruises out to sea at periscope depth, and is scheduled to participate in exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2004. RIMPAC is the largest international maritime exercise in the waters around the Hawaiian Islands. This yearÕs exercise includes seven participating nations; Australia, Canada, Chile, Japan, South Korea, United Kingdom and United States. RIMPAC is intended to enhance the tactical proficiency of participating units in a wide array of combined operations at sea, while enhancing stability in the Pacific Rim region. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 1st Class David A. Levy (RELEASED) For more information go to: http://www.cpf.navy.mil/RIMPAC2004
040812-N-6811L-184 Naval Base Point Loma, Calif. (Aug. 12, 2004) - The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Portsmouth (SSN 707) heads out to sea for a final cruise. Portsmouth is transiting to Norfolk, Va., and is scheduled for decommissioning in September 2004. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 1st Class David A. Levy (RELEASED)
040821-N-2911P-153 Panama Canal (Aug. 21, 2004) - USS Portsmouth (SSN 707) transits through the Panama Canal. Portsmouth, a Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine, is transiting to Norfolk, Va., where she is scheduled for decommissioning in September 2004. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class John Parker (RELEASED)
040823-N-3019M-001 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (Aug. 23, 2004) Ð The Australian Collins-class submarine, HMAS Rankin (SSK 78), enters Pearl Harbor for a port visit after completing exercises in the Pacific region. Rankin is currently testing the deployment of women on submarines after completing modifications to the boat. On Dec. 12, 1992, the Minister for Defense Science and Personnel announced that women would be eligible for service in the Collins-class submarines after a Submarine Integration Study (SIS). U.S. Navy photo by Journalist Seaman Ryan C. McGinley (RELEASED)
040823-N-3019M-003 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (Aug. 23, 2004) Ð The Australian Collins-class submarine, HMAS Rankin (SSK 78), enters Pearl Harbor for a port visit after completing exercises in the Pacific region. Rankin is currently testing the deployment of women on submarines after completing modifications to the boat. On Dec. 12, 1992, the Minister for Defense Science and Personnel announced that women would be eligible for service in the Collins-class submarines after a Submarine Integration Study (SIS). U.S. Navy photo by Journalist Seaman Ryan C. McGinley (RELEASED)
041124-N-2820Z-004 Norfolk, Va. (Nov. 11, 2004) Ð The Ohio-class submarine USS Georgia (SSBN 729) is towed past the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) as it enter Naval Station Norfolk. Georgia is the fourth Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine to undergo conversion to a guided missile submarine. Once completed in 2009 Georgia will provide joint war fighters transformational strike and special operations forces capabilities. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 3rd Class Andy Zask (RELEASED)
050219-N-9954T-071 Naval Submarine Base Groton, Conn. (Feb. 19, 2005) Ð A Sailor raises the Union Jack aboard the Seawolf-class nuclear-powered attack submarine USS Jimmy Carter (SSN 23) during the submarineÕs commission ceremony. Jimmy Carter is the third and final submarine of the Seawolf-class. A unique feature of the Jimmy Carter is a 100-foot hull extension called the Multi-Mission Platform, which provides enhanced payload capabilities, enabling the submarine to accommodate the advanced technology required to develop and test a new generation of weapons, sensors and undersea vehicles. U.S. Navy photo Photographer's Mate 2nd Class George Trian (RELEASED)
060517-N-7544A-039 Newport News, Va. (May 17, 2005) - The Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Texas (SSN 775) sails into the Northrop Grumman Newport News shipyards after successfully completing alpha sea trials. Texas is the second Virginia-class submarine, the first major U.S. Navy combatant vessel class designed with the post-Cold War security environment in mind. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate Airman Maddelin Angebrand (RELEASED)
NORFOLK, Virginia--Commanding Officer Wesley Guinn, USS Scranton (SSN 756) mans the bridge as Scranton pulls out for a scheduled six-month deployment in support of the Bataan Expeditionary Strike group. More than 2,000 Sailors assigned to Bataan (ESG) deployed to conduct maritime security operations in support of the ongoing rotation of forward-deployed forces. (U. S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Christina M. Shaw)
061207-N-6536T-045 San Pedro, Calif. (Dec. 7, 2006) - The fast attack submarine USS Los Angeles (SSN 688) pulls into the Port of Los Angeles for a namesake city visit. This is the first port call the Los Angeles has made to the city it was named after. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Elizabeth Thompson (RELEASED)
060117-N-3541A-004 Atlantic Coast (Jan. 17, 2006) Ð A SEAL delivery vehicle team (SDV) works topside after conducting training drills with Sailors assigned to the Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Toledo (SSN 769). SDV teamsÕ missions include clandestine insertion of SEALs, ordnance delivery, location and recovery of objects and reconnaissance. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 3rd Class Davis J. Anderson (RELEASED)
060210-N-3019M-007 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (Feb. 10, 2006) Ð Crew members aboard the Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Louisville (SSN 724) man the submarineÕs sail as they return to Naval Station Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Louisville is returning to their homeport from after completing routine training. U.S. Navy photo by Journalist 2nd Class Ryan C. McGinley (RELEASED)
060215-N-9500T-454 San Diego (Feb. 15, 2006) Ð The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Asheville (SSN 758) underway conducting high-speed surface drills off the coast of Southern California. Asheville is assigned to Submarine Squadron Eleven homeported at Naval Base Point Loma, Calif. U.S. Navy photo by photographer's Mate 2nd Class Scott Taylor (RELEASED)
060411-N-1810F-001 Kings Bay, Ga. (April 11, 2006) Ð The Ohio-class guided missile submarine USS Florida (SSGN 728) makes her way through Cumberland Sound to Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay. Florida will be officially welcomed to her new home in Kings Bay with a return to service ceremony scheduled for May 25, 2006 in Mayport, Fla. Florida is the second of four SSBN submarines to be converted to the guided missile SSGN platform. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Lynn Friant (RELEASED)
060825-N-7441H-015 Port Canaveral, Fla. (Aug. 25, 2006) Ð Officer of the Deck (OOD) Lt. Junior Grade Darrin Barber, left, heads out to sea aboard the Virginia-class submarine USS Texas (SSN 775) with group of local and national media. Texas and other Virginia-class submarines are able to attack targets ashore with highly accurate Tomahawk cruise missiles and conduct covert long-term surveillance of land areas, littoral waters or other naval forces. Other missions include anti-submarine and anti-ship warfare, special forces delivery and support, mine delivery and minefield mapping. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Roadell Hickman (RELEASED)
060921-N-0780F-003 Souda Bay, Crete, Greece (Sept. 21, 2006) - The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Dallas (SSN 700) heads to sea following a brief port visit. Dallas is homeported in Groton, Conn., and is currently on a scheduled deployment. Commissioned in 1981, Dallas is the first Los Angeles-class submarine to have a dry deck shelter (DDS). DDSs provide specially configured nuclear-powered submarines with a greater capability of deploying special operations forces (SOF). U.S. Navy photo by Mr. Paul Farley (RELEASED)
061003-N-5268S-002 Norfolk (Oct. 3, 2006) Ð Fast-attack submarines USS Minneapolis St. Paul (SSN 708) and USS Newport News (SSN 750) prepare to get underway for a scheduled six-month deployment as part of the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (CSG). Nearly 6,500 Sailors deployed from Naval Station Norfolk with the Eisenhower CSG in support of the ongoing rotation of forward-deployed forces. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialists 1st Class Christina M. Shaw (RELEASED)
061003-N-5268S-003 Norfolk, Va. (Oct. 3, 2006) - The fast attack submarine USS Newport News (SSN 750) get underway for a scheduled six-month deployment asp part of the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group. Nearly 6,500 Sailors deployed from Naval Station Norfolk with the Eisenhower CSG in support of the on-going rotation of forward-deployed forces. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialists 1st Class Christina M. Shaw (RELEASED)
061006-N-0000X-001 Groton, Conn. (Oct. 6, 2006) - Naval Submarine Base New LondonÕs Silver Dolphins parade the colors to commence the Submarine Group Two change of command ceremony on the waterfront. Rear Adm. Mark W. Kenny was relieved by Rear Adm. Cecil D. Haney and Navy Region Northeast was officially disestablished. U.S. Navy photo (RELEASED)
061019-N-9167V-050 Sata Rita, Guam (Oct. 19, 2006) - Fast-attack submarine USS Seawolf (SSN 21) enters Apra Harbor. This was the first time a Seawolf-class vessel has made a port call in Guam. The nuclear-powered attack submarine is a unique multi-mission platform that provides enhanced payload capabilities. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Edward N. Vasquez (RELEASED)
061114-N-8492C-067 Pacific Ocean (Nov. 14, 2006) - The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Asheville (SSN 758) steams out in front of the of the USS Kitty Hawk (CV 63) carrier strike group and ships of the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) during the U.S. and JMSDF exercise ANNUALEX. The exercise is designed to improve both forces' capabilities in the defense of Japan. Approximately 8,500 U.S. Sailors are taking part aboard 13 ships, submarines and various shore-based aircraft. About 90 JMSDF ships and 130 aircraft are also participating. The aircraft, which operate from Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan, are deployed aboard the Kitty Hawk. Kitty Hawk and most of the U.S.-participating ships operate from Fleet Activity Yokosuka, Japan; the remainders are based in the United States. U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Todd P. Cichonowicz (RELEASED)
061130-N-9486C-001 Ketchikan, Alaska (Nov. 30, 2006) - Fast attack submarine USS Los Angeles (SSN 688) is moored at the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility Static Site in Ketchikan, Alaska, as part of Escape Exercise 2006. ÒFirst and Finest,Ó Los Angeles was the first nuclear-powered U.S. submarine to conduct an open ocean escape. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Cynthia Clark (RELEASED)
061222-N-9486C-001 Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (Dec. 22, 2006) Ð Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Columbus (SSN-762) returns to Naval Station Pearl Harbor just in time for the holidays. Columbus, homeported in Pearl Harbor, completed a two-year overhaul at Submarine Base Bangor, Wash. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Cynthia Clark (RELEASED)
070126-N-8467N-001 Groton, Conn. (Jan. 26, 2006) - Sailors aboard Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Philadelphia (SSN 690) moor the boat to the pier and hoist the American flag upon return to Naval Submarine Base New London. Strong winds and low temperature in the teens caused ice to engulf the sail of the ship. U.S. Navy photo by John Narewski (RELEASED)
050203-N-0000B-001 Groton, Conn. (Feb. 3, 2005) - The Seawolf-class nuclear-powered attack submarine Jimmy Carter (SSN 23), underway during sea trials. Built by General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, Conn., Seawolf is the fastest, quietest, most heavily armed submarine in the world. Jimmy Carter is the third and final submarine of the Seawolf-class. A unique feature of the Jimmy Carter is a 100-foot hull extension called the Multi-Mission Platform, which provides enhanced payload capabilities, enabling the submarine to accommodate the advanced technology required to develop and test a new generation of weapons, sensors and undersea vehicles. The Jimmy Carter was delivered to the U.S. Navy on Dec. 22, 2004 and is due to be commissioned on Feb. 19, 2005. Photo provided courtesy General Dynamics Electric Boat (RELEASED)
050720-N-8921O-001 Whidbey Island, Wash. (July 20, 2005) - Sailors assigned to the Ohio-class fleet ballistic missile submarine USS Pennsylvania (SSBN 735) spell out the word ÒFiftyÓ as they return to Naval Base Kitsap in the Navy Northwest Region. Pennsylvania has just completed its 50th Patrol at sea and a significant moment in history for the submarine. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Chris Otsen (RELEASED)
041122-N-9693M-001 Groton, Conn., (Nov. 21, 2004) Ð Precommissioning Unit (PCU) Jimmy Carter (SSN 23) departs General Dynamics Electric Boat Shipyard Nov. 16, 2004 and begins it Alpha Sea Trials. Jimmy Carter, the third and last of the Seawolf-class fast attack submarines, is the only one outfitted with a 100-foot-long hull extension providing Jimmy Carter with a wealth of new capabilities that make it a true multi-mission platform. Photo courtesy of General Dynamic Electric Boat (RELEASED)
040920-N-6497N-014 Naval Base Kitsap, Wash. (Sept. 20, 2004) Ð The attack submarine USS Parche (SSN 683) returns to port for the final time at the Marginal pier at Naval Base Kitsap, Wash. Parche, the last active Sturgeon-class attack submarine, is due to be decommissioned on October 19, 2004 after serving the fleet since 1973. Parche was configured for research and development from 1987-1991 and was used primary for intelligence gathering and underwater salvage. U.S. Navy photo by Brian Nokell (RELEASED)
040730-N-1234E-001 Groton, Conn. (July 30, 2004) - The nationÕs newest and most advanced nuclear-powered attack submarine and the lead ship of its class, PCU Virginia (SSN 774) returns to the General Dynamics Electric Boat shipyard following the successful completion of its first voyage in open seas called "alpha" sea trials. Virginia is the NavyÕs only major combatant ready to join the fleet that was designed with the post-Cold War security environment in mind and embodies the war fighting and operational capabilities required to dominate the littorals while maintaining undersea dominance in the open ocean. Virginia and the rest of the ships of its class are designed specifically to incorporate emergent technologies that will provide new capabilities to meet new threats. Virginia will be delivered to the U.S. Navy this fall. U.S. Navy photo by General Dynamics Electric Boat (RELEASED)
980815-N-4560R-001 Submarine Base, Bangor, ME (Aug. 15, 1998) -- The U.S. Navy's Trident nuclear powered submarine USS Alaska (SSBN 732) is guided into an explosives handling wharf at the Naval Station. U.S. Navy photo by Gene Royer. (RELEASED)
980604-N-7726D-002 Pacific Ocean, (Jun 4, 1998) The attack submarine USS Columbus (SSN 762) home ported at Naval Station Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, conducts an emergency surface training exercise, 35 miles off the coast of Oahu, HI. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class David C. Duncan (RELEASED)
960717-N-2381V-002/JPEG Crewman on board the U.S. NavyÕs Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Baltimore (SSN 704) stand by with a grappling hook to snag a mail shipment being lowered by an SH-60 "Seahawk" helicopter from Anti-Submarine Squadron Five (HS-5) July 17, 1996. The Baltimore is part of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) Battle Group, which is just days away from completing their scheduled six-month deployment in the Mediterranean. The George Washington will be returning to homeport, July 23rd after completing a scheduled six-month deployment to the Mediterranean, which included sustained operations in support of the NATO-led peacekeeping in Bosnia and UN sanctions against Iraq in the Arabian Gulf. U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Chris Vickers (Released)
070905-N-6106R-367 BAY OF BENGAL (Sept. 5, 2007) Ð Attack submarine USS Chicago (SSN 721) transits in formation during Malabar 2007, an exercise involving Kitty Hawk and Nimitz Carrier Strike Group and ships of the navies of Australia, India, Japan, and the Republic of Singapore. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Stephen W. Rowe (RELEASED)
071015-N-0780F-004 SOUDA BAY, Crete, Greece (Oct. 15, 2007) - Los Angeles-class submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) arrives in Souda Harbor for a port visit. The submarine was operating in the Central Command area of responsibility for the past five months since departing their homeport of Norfolk, Va. U.S. Navy photo by Mr. Paul Farley (RELEASED)
