Submarines and Naval Operations

Operational submarines at sea, involved in training and exercises, highlighting military technology and teamwork within naval forces.

San Diego, February 15, 2006 - The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Asheville (SSN-758), gets underway in preparation of conducting high-speed surface drills off the coast of Southern California.

Members of a U.S. Navy Sea-Air-Land (SEAL) team prepare to dive from the deck of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS BILLFISH (SSN-676) during combat rescue training, part of the joint U.S./French naval exercise Dasix Lafayette. Subject Operation/Series: DASIX LAFAYETTE Base: USS Billfish(SSN 676) Country: Mediterranean Sea(MED)

051130-N-9866B-012. Base: USS Ashville (SSN 758) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

990325-N-4912M-004. Base: Chesapeake Bay State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A port quarter view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS OHIO (SSBN-726) as it transits the Hood Canal. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Bangor State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Atlantic Ocean, June 27, 2012 - The fast-attack submarine USS Alexandria (SSN 779) surfaces for a formation sailing event while participating in the War of 1812 fleet exercise.

Crew members man the bridge on the sail of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS HADDACK (SSN 621) underway. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A starboard view of the sail section of a Sturgeon class submarine underway on the surface during anti-submarine warfare exercises with the aircraft carrier USS RANGER (CV-61). Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

San Diego, February 15, 2006 - The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Asheville (SSN-758), gets underway in preparation of conducting high-speed surface drills off the coast of Southern California.

Hr.ms. Submarine tiger shark (1972-1996)

The submarine Hr.Ms. Tuna (1966-1991) in the weather with an exercise properedo.

990325-N-4912M-012. Base: USS Hartford (SSN 768)

The Chilean submarine O'BRIEN (SS 22) during a formation exercise while participating in Exercise TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 off the coast of Chile. Subject Operation/Series: TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 Country: Unknown

120801-N-FG395-015KINGS BAY, Ga. (Aud. 1, 2012) The Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Maryland (SSBN 738) transits the Saint Marys River. Maryland returned to Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay following routine operations.

180220-N-ND254-0015BANGOR, Wash. (Feb. 20, 2018) The Gold crew of the Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) transits the Hood Canal as the boat returns to its homeport at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Wash., following a routine strategic deterrent patrol. Kentucky is one of eight ballistic-missile submarines stationed at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor providing the most survivable leg of the strategic deterrence triad for the United States.

The U.S. Navys newest attack submarine, USS SEAWOLF (SSN 21), conducts Bravo sea trials off the coast of Conneticut in preparation for its scheduled commissioning in July 1997. The aerial image is photographed towards the sub's starboard bow angle. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS HADDOCK (SSN-621) underway off the coast of San Diego. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

060517-N-7544A-039. Base: Newport News State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: PCU TEXAS

An aerial starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS PENNSYLVANIA (SSBN-735) underway. Country: Unknown

YOKOSUKA, Japan (March 2, 2017) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Santa Fe (SSN 763) is moored at Fleet Activities Yokosuka. Santa Fe is visiting Yokosuka for a port visit.

120614-N-UK333-024 JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (June 14, 2012) The Los Angeles-class submarine USS Tucson (SSN 770) returns to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam after completing a six-month deployment to the western Pacific region. Tucson is the second ship of the United States Navy to bear the name of the Arizona city. It is the 59th Los Angeles-class attack submarine and the 20th of the improved Los Angeles-class attack submarine to be built.

October 20, 2009 - The fast-attack submarine USS Los Angeles (SSN 688) transits near Apra Harbor, Guam after returning from an underway period.

DN-SC-94-01286. Country: North Atlantic Ocean

An aerial port bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS GLENARD P. LIPSCOMB (SSN-685) underway. Country: Unknown

ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 30, 2011) The Virginia-class attack submarine USS California (SSN 781) underway during sea trials.

221104-N-TC847-1226 IONIAN SEA (Nov. 4, 2022) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 46, delivers supplies to the Ohio-class guided-missile submarine USS Florida (SSGN 728) during a vertical replenishment, Nov. 4, 2022. Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 is the offensive air and strike component of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 10, George H.W. Bush CSG. The squadrons of CVW-7 are Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86, VFA-103, VFA-136, VFA-143, Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140, Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 121, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5, and HSM-46. The George H.W. Bush CSG is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

DN-SC-03-10057. Base: Port Everglades State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-87-00135. Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard quarter view of the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS WEST VIRGINIA (SSBN-736) tied up at a pier. Base: Port Everglades State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard quarter view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS JEFFERSON CITY (SSN 759) underway off the Virgina Capes during sea trials. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

Indian navy officer on the deck of submarine Bombay Mumbai Maharashtra India Copyright: xHemangixNakwe/DinodiaxPhotox

060110-N-3532C-092. Base: Point Loma State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

970616-N-2568S-005. Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Naval Air Station, North Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: USS KAMEHAMEHA (SSN 642)

PUGET SOUND, Wash. (April 11, 2016) - The Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Kentucky (SSBN 737) transits the Hood Canal as the boat returns to Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor following the boat's first strategic deterrent patrol since 2011. The boat recently completed a 40-month Engineered Refueling Overhaul, which will extend the life of the submarine for another 20 years.

A bow-on view of the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS OHIO (SSBN-726) secured in the water during its commissioning. The submarine was built by General Dynamics Corp. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-85-08807. Country: Unknown

060330-N-4649C-016. Base: Naval Hospital, Yokosuka Country: Japan (JPN)

221004-N-ZZ999-0036 GROTON, Conn. (October 4, 2022) - The USS Oregon (SSN 793) transits past the New London Ledge Lighthouse during routine operations in the mouth of Thames River in Groton, Conn., Oct. 4. The Virginia-class fast attack submarine USS Oregon and crew operate under Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) FOUR and its primary mission is to provide attack submarines that are ready, willing, and able to meet the unique challenges of undersea combat and deployed operations in unforgiving environments across the globe.

120515-N-LP168-019 BANGOR, Wash. (May 15, 2012) The Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Henry M. Jackson (SSBN 730) returns to its homeport of Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor following a strategic deterrent patrol.

The U.S. Navy's nuclear ballistic submarine USS MAINE (SSBN-741) one of the nations newest Ohio class submarines, conducts surface navigational operations approximately 50 miles due south of Naval Station Roosevelt Roads, Puerto Rico. The U.S. Navy's nuclear ballistic submarine USS MAINE (SSBN-741) one of the nations newest Ohio class submarines, conducts surface navigational operations approximately 50 miles due south of Naval Station Roosevelt Roads, Puerto Rico.

An oblique port quarter (135 degrees off centerline) view of the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS NEBRASKA (SSBN-739) underway on the surface off the Naval Submarine Base at Kings Bay, Ga. Base: USS Nebraska Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

020501-N-4281P-001. Base: Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The submarine Hr.Ms. Tuna (1966-1991) in the weather with an exercise properedo.

A starboard beam view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS BATON ROUGE (SSN 689) underway near La Maddalena, Italy. Country: Tyrrhenian Sea

A Swift boat comes alongside the nucelar-powered attack submarine USS GATO (SSN-615) to transfer members of the Key West Nazvy League and various other VIP's for a tour of the submarine.The GATO is located off the outer reef of Key West Harbor, Florida. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

A starboard view of the research submarine USS DOLPHIN (AGSS 555) underway. Country: Unknown

DN-ST-89-08517. Base: USS Alabama (SSBN 731) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

DN-SN-85-06985. Country: Unknown

The USS TUCSON (SSN 770) as she passes by A Chilean Navy Memorial Buoy "Esmeralda" while off the port city of Iquique, Chile during Exercise TEAMWORK SOUTH '99. Subject Operation/Series: TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 Base: Iquique Country: Chile (CHL)

120121-N-GU530-100 BANGOR, Wash. (Jan. 21, 2012) The Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Henry M. Jackson (SSBN 730) moors at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor after a strategic deterrent patrol.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (June 25, 2022) The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Chicago (SSN 721), arrives at Fleet Activities Yokosuka for a scheduled port visit, June 25, 2022. Chicago is homeported at Pear Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii and routinely operates in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations, conducting maritime security operations and supporting national security interests.

DN-ST-86-11158. Country: Unknown

DN-SN-85-09418. Base: Naval Submarine Base, New London State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A starboard view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS HOUSTON (SSN-713) underway. Country: Unknown

DN-SN-86-00491. Country: Unknown

221030-N-EJ241-1127DIEGO GARCIA, British Indian Ocean Territory (Oct. 30, 2022) - Sailors assigned to submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39) conduct an Anti-terrorism Force Protection Security Swim during the Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS West Virginia (SSBN-736) port visit at U.S. Navy Support Facility (NSF) Diego Garcia. This port visit to Diego Garcia reflects the United States commitment to the Indo-Pacific region, and complements the many exercises, training, operations, and the other military cooperation activities conducted by Strategic Forces to ensure they are available and ready to operate around the globe at any time. West Virginia is one of six ballistic-missile submarines stationed at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Georgia, and is capable of carrying up to 20 submarine launched ballistic missiles with multiple warheads.

100906-N-7705S-068NORFOLK (Sept. 6, 2010) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Norfolk (SSN 714) returns from a scheduled six-month deployment.

220602-N-SS492-1025 JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (June 2, 2022) -- The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Charlotte (SSN 766) departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for a regularly scheduled underway, June 2. Charlotte is capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface ship warfare, strike warfare, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance.

The Navtec, Incorporated Owl MKII Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) glides stealthly through the waters of Mile Hammock Bay, New River during a demonstration to highlight it's marine reconnaissance capabilities to the Riverine Insertion Operation Exercise (RIOEX) '98 participants. The Owl MKII is funded by the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and is remote-controlled from a small shoreline control station by Brad Dowling, a Navtec, Inc. electronics engineer, at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, during the Riverine Insertion Operation Exercise (RIOEX) '98. Subject Operation/Series: RIOEX '98 Base: Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060130-N-3019M-006. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Military submarine USS Alaska USN U.S. Navy General Dynamics Electric Boat

An aerial starboard quarter view of an India class rescue submarine underway. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A starboard view of the Los Angeles class nuclear-powered attack submarine USS NORFOLK (SSN 714) underway. Country: Unknown

DN-SC-86-10030. Base: Long Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

A stern view of the U.S. Navy's newest nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine, USS KENTUCKY (SSBN-737), underway. Exact Date Shot Unknown. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

A bow view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS NEWPORT NEWS (SSN-750) underway during sea trials. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

220902-N-GR655-0290 GROTON, Conn. (September 2, 2022) - The USS San Juan (SSN 751) transits the Thames River as the ship returns from routine operations to Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Conn., Sept. 2. The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS San Juan and crew operate under Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) TWELVE and its primary mission is to provide attack submarines that are ready, willing, and able to meet the unique challenges of undersea combat and deployed operations in unforgiving environments across the globe.

221024-N-LN285-1061 JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (Oct. 24, 2022) -- The Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) submarine JS Touryu (SS-512) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Oct. 24, 2022.

050812-N-1433S-077. Base: Kings Bay State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SOUDA BAY, Greece (Nov. 3, 2012) The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Alexandria (SSN 757) arrives in Greece for a port visit. Alexandria is homeported in Groton, Conn., and deployed in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

BANGOR, Wash. (Sept. 21, 2012) Sailors from the ballistic missile submarine USS Maine (SSBN 741) moor the ship after returning home from a strategic deterrent patrol.

A port quarter view of the British nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine HMS VANGUARD (SSBN-50) as the sub enters the port while being assisted by two civilian tug boats. Base: Port Canaveral State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

With country singer Lee Greenwood aboard, the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS TENNESSEE (SSBN-734), heads out to sea. Greenwood will be spending a night aboard the vessel as part of his visit to Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay, Georgia. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

Crew members stand on the deck of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS HELENA (SSN-725) as the vessel departs from Pearl Harbor. The USS ARIZONA Memorial is in the background. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-04-09134. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Historic Ship Nautilus (SSN 571) prepares to be undocked from Auxiliary Repair Dry Dock (ARDM) 4 on Wednesday, June 22, 2022. Nautilus left the Submarine Force Library and Museum in Groton, Conn. in October 2021 and traveled up river to Submarine Base New London where the Navys first nuclear powered underwent an overhaul and refurbishment.

220810-N-GR655-0011 GROTON, Conn. (August 10, 2022) - The USS Indiana (SSN 789) arrives at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Conn., Aug. 10. Indiana returned to homeport from its 2nd full deployment since commissioning in support of the Navy's maritime strategy - supporting national security interests and maritime security operations - in the 6th Fleet area of operations. The Virginia-class fast attack submarine USS Indiana and crew operate under Submarine Squadron (SUBRON) TWELVE and its primary mission is to provide attack submarines that are ready, willing, and able to meet the unique challenges of undersea combat and deployed operations in unforgiving environments across the globe.

DN-SC-90-05965. Country: Unknown

060331-N-1464F-007. Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

230928-N-VC599-1035 U.S. NAVAL BASE GUAM (Sept. 28, 2023) The Republic of Korea Navy Sonwonil-class submarine ROKS Jeong Ji (SS 073) moors at U.S. Naval Base Guam, Sept. 28, 2023.

Crewmen stand on the deck of the British patrol submarine HMS OCELOT (S-17) as it passes through the Miraflores Locks during its transit of the Panama Canal. Country: Panama (PAN)

100726-6720T-N-246EAST SEA (July 26, 2010) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Tuscon (SSN 770) transits the East Sea while leading a 13-ship formation. The Republic of Korea and the United States are conducting the combined alliance maritime and air readiness exercise "Invincible Spirit" in the seas east of the Korean peninsula from July 25-28, 2010. This is the first in a series of joint military exercises that will occur over the coming months in the East and West Seas.

Landing craft, air cushions (LCAC) from Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) conduct amphibious landings in Saaremaa, Estonia, during the Estonian Exercise Siil (Hedgehog) 22, May 20, 2022. The 22 ARG/MEU, as part of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and Partner interests.

A Los Angeles class nuclear-powered attack submarine USS HELENA (SSN-725) enters the channel for a visit to Naval Station, Pearl Harbor.. State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America(USA)

A starboard quarter view of the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS BLUEFISH (SSN-675) underway off Puerto Rico. Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DN-ST-85-10156. Base: Panama Canal Country: Panama (PAN)

Crewmen stand near the sail of the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS OHIO (SSBN-726) while it is secured during the commissioning ceremony. The "Good Luck Ohio" sign to the left is being displayed on the hull of the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine GEORGIA (SSBN-729). Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

PEARL HARBOR (Jan. 26, 2021) The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Charlotte (SSN 766) undocks from Dry Dock 3 at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility.

Odessa, Ukraine - 09.18.2018. Memorial of the heroic defense of Odessa in a sunny summer day. Coastal artillery no. 411. Memorial of the heroic defense of Odessa

The State Secretary for Defense, J. van Houwelingen is on board the sea lion (1990-) for a short cruise. Meet the boat is supervised by the State Secretary. Second from the Second Lieutenant Sea Secondment Commander of the First Class (LTZ1) R. van Rooijen. To the flagpole. The discretion flag of the State Secretary of Defense.

Naples, Italy, August 22, 2009 - The Ohio-class guided-missile submarine USS Georgia (SSGN 729) is underway after a port visit to Naples, Italy. USS Georgia is on her maiden operational deployment since converting from a ballistic-missile submarine to a guided-missile submarine. The boat returned to service March 28, 2008.

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A view of the ramp as crew members man the rails of the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine USS OHIO (SSBN-726) during its commissioning. The partially-constructed nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine GEORGIA (SSBN-729) is visible to the left. Base: Naval Submarine Base, Groton State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

120220-N-ZK869-163PACIFIC OCEAN (Feb. 20, 2012) SEALs and divers from SEAL Delivery Vehicle Team (SDVT) 1 swim back to the guided-missile submarine USS Michigan (SSGN 727) during an exercise for certification on SEAL delivery vehicle operations in the southern Pacific Ocean. The exercises educate operators and divers on the techniques and procedures related to the delivery vehicle and its operations.

Russian nuclear submarine Dmitry Donskoy. a Russian nuclear a submarine Dmitry Donskoy. Copyright: xZoonar.com/DenisxPomortsevx 15888235

PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 18, 2019) Sailors assigned to the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Tucson (SSN 770) reunite with family and friends during Tucson's homecoming. Tucson returned from an extended seven-month, western Pacific deployment; the completion of which marks the ship's 11th deployment since being commissioned, Sept. 9, 1995.

A starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine USS GEORGE BANCROFT (SSBN-643) underway. Country: Unknown

The State Secretary for Defense, J. van Houwelingen is on board the sea lion (1990-) for a short cruise. The last bunch is loosened. To the flagpole. The discretion flag of the State Secretary of Defense. In the background Hr.Ms. Callenburgh (1979-1994).

DN-SN-89-03068. Base: New London State: Connecticut (CT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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