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Supporting the Commissioning and the Crew of the USS District of Columbia (SSBN-826)

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The Boat

The First of its Class

The USS District of Columbia (SSBN-826) is the first of 12 Columbia-class ballistic missile submarines being built. At a length of 560 feet and displacing 20,810 tons, the Columbia Class SSBN will be the largest submarine and most capable ever built by the United States. This is the first submarine and Class ever named for the District!
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The Commissioning

Man our ship and bring her to life!

The commissioning ceremony marks the acceptance of a ship as a unit of the operating forces of the United States Navy.
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Rear Admiral (Ret) David Goggins

From the committee

Welcome from the Chairman

"It is my distinct honor to introduce you to the USS DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (SSBN-826), the lead ship of the Columbia class submarines. The commissioning committee will introduce Washingtonians to this remarkable vessel, familiarize the crew with the vibrant neighborhoods and rich culture of D.C. “beyond the monuments,” support STEM education for D.C. students with unique submarine-related projects, and more!"
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Become part of U.S. Naval history by supporting the commissioning of the USS District of Columbia. All contributions will enhance the quality of life for all those who serve aboard the USS District of Columbia (SSBN-826) as well as events leading up to and including Commissioning Week.

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In the Spotlight

Newport News Shipbuilding held a first-cut-of-steel ceremony earlier today to mark the start of advance construction for the Columbia-Class Submarine Program.
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Latest News

Here is the latest news about the commissioning

March 15, 2025

District of Columbia Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DC DAR) Deep Dive Dinner

Guest Speaker, RADM(Ret) David Goggins, USN, USS District of Columbia Commissioning Committee Chairman, provided DC DAR members with an update on the construction of the first warship ever named for the District, our engagement with the Crew, and our Commissioning Committee efforts.

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January 28, 2025

DC's American Legion Post 46 Speaking Engagement

On 28 January, members of the USS District of Columbia Commissioning Committee had an opportunity to attend the National Defense American Legion Post #46, Department of the District of Columbia's monthly meeting at the Army Navy Club.

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December 13, 2024

Celebrating the 2024 Army-Navy Game

CAPT Heath Johnmeyer, Commanding Officer, PCU District of Columbia (SSBN-826) and members of the USS District of Columbia Committee brought our 50 ft inflatable submarine to celebrate the 2024 Army-Navy Game at the Official Army-Navy Block Party at The Yards Park.

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Citizens in Support of the Sea Services

The Navy League of the United States, founded in 1902 with the support of President Theodore Roosevelt, is a nonprofit educational and advocacy organization that supports America's Sea Services. The National Capital Council fulfills this mission in Washington, D.C. and serves as the Lead Council, in partnership with Navy League Hampton Roads, for the USS District of Columbia SSBN-826 Commissioning Committee.
The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement. Historical photos and narratives courtesy of Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC). Images and videos of SSBN-826 courtesy of General Dynamics Electric Boat and HII’s NNS.