May 15, 2025
The USS District of Commissioning Committee and guests enjoyed a wonderful evening at the British Embassy for our first official Commissioning Committee event for the USS District of Columbia (SSBN-826)—the lead ship of the Columbia Class SSBN and future cornerstone of our nation’s sea-based strategic deterrent.
April 11, 2025
The U.S. Navy’s Naval Foundry and Propeller Center (NFPC) delivered the final major propulsor component for the first Columbia-class ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), the future USS District of Columbia (SSBN-826), to General Dynamics-Electric Boat (GDEB) on April 8. GDEB accepted the component in Philadelphia and transported it to the shipyard in Groton, CT, where it arrived on April 10.
April 11, 2025
10 PCU District of Columbia Crew members visited DC as part of a community engagement initiative to honor the boat’s Namesake. Namesake visits provide an opportunity for Sailors to build relationships and develop strong ties between the submarine and the city Washingtonians call home.
May 29, 2025
May 29, 2025
1st Quarter 2025
The DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (SSBN-826) command, established in March 2024 at General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT, has now completed over a year of focused effort in preparation for the boat's commissioning. Our initial cadre of approximately 80 Sailors, continue to provide vital support to Electric Boat in preparation for system testing and operation.
1st Quarter 2025
In this update, I would like to focus on the naming of Submarines: Tradition and Significance. The process of naming submarines is steeped in tradition and carries significant meaning. The naming of a vessel often invokes historical figures, events, or places that hold importance to the nation. This tradition dates back to the Continental Navy’s first ship in 1775 and continues to be a vital part of naval ceremonies today.
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