Commander, Submarine Forces Atlantic

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SUBLANT had the honor of sponsoring a division while they went through boot camp. Our team came out on the final days to cheer them on, participate in a pride run, hold several Q&A sessions and celebrate their graduation.

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Midshipman from the Naval United States Naval Academy and Notre Dame ROTC students toured USS Pasadena Monday with Rear Adm. Muckian, former Submarine Group TWO commander.

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Vice Adm. Rob Gaucher coined Electronics Technician (Navigation, Submarines) 2nd Class Brandon Messer for his stellar performance.

This Sailor has gone above and beyond in the performance of his duties and embodies the warfighting spirit! Bravo Zulu!

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Forty Naval Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidates (#NUPOC) recently flew to Norfolk, Va. to tour USS Oregon (SSN 793), gaining exposure to the Force long before graduating from college.

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Today, we honor the Navy Hospital Corps. Since 1898, Hospital Corpsmen have been integral to our readiness, providing critical care to Sailors and Marines worldwide.  

Their unwavering dedication and sacrifice are foundational to our military's strength. We thank them for their service and commitment to our mission.

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Rear Adm. Melvin Smith met with Iceland’s Ambassador Svanhildur Valsdóttir in Norfolk to discuss defense coordination in the North Atlantic. Valsdóttir also toured USS Oregon (SSN 793) to learn more about submarine operations in the region.

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The Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) presented the Commanding Officer Cmdr. Hector Marin and crew of the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS New Mexico (SSN 779) with an award recognizing the efforts of him and his crew during their most recent deployment.

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Vice Adm. Rob Gaucher met with Royal Netherlands Navy leadership to deepen maritime cooperation. Topics included UUV-enhanced ASW, digital infrastructure, Arctic littoral operations, and next-gen missile systems. These efforts strengthen allied warfighting capabilities.

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The @USNavy’s latest Virginia-class submarine has officially joined the fleet! The #USSNewJersey is a 377 foot long fast-attack submarine, and the third U.S. Navy ship named after the state.

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The Navy commissioned the fast-attack Virginia-class submarine USS New Jersey (SSN 796) in a traditional ceremony held September 14, at Naval Weapons Station Earle in Middletown, New Jersey.

Read more below👇

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🚢⚓ USS New Jersey (SSN 796) is now commissioned and ready for service! The Navy's latest Virginia-class submarine joins the fleet. Watch the video to learn more about the Navy's newest sub. #USSNewJersey #USNavy #Submarine #NavalPower

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OTD in 1997, USS Louisiana (SSBN 743) is commissioned at its homeport of Submarine Base Kings Bay, Ga. The boat is the last of the Navy's 18 Ohio-class submarines.

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Vice Adm. Robert Gaucher, commander, Submarine Forces, congratulated Lt. Samantha Giangrande for her selection to receive the Arthur W. Melton Early Achievement Award from the Society for Military Psychology.

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Congratulations to all the newly selected Chief Petty Officers in the Submarine Force!

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USS Georgia (SSGN 729), assigned to Commander, Task Force 69, concluded a series of interoperability training events with Force Reconnaissance Marines from the 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion and special operations forces (SOF) in the Mediterranean Sea, August 5, 2024.

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OTD in 1960, USS George Washington (SSBN 598) successfully fires two operational Polaris missiles while submerged off Florida in the first launch of the Polaris missile.

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U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft from Moody Air Force Base, Ga., escorted ballistic missile submarine USS Wyoming (SSBN 742) July 15, 2024. The aircraft also conducted a live fire exercise. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

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Vice Adm. Robert Gaucher, commander, Submarine Forces, and Submarine Force Atlantic's Force Master Chief Neil Ford wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Independence Day! 🇺🇸🎇

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Vice Adm. Robert Gaucher, commander, Submarine Forces, and Norwegian distinguished visitors toured the USS Normandy (CG 60) prior to conducting a key leader engagement aboard the Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Tennessee (SSBN 734) in the Norwegian Sea, June 23.