Commencement of building a 20,800-ton submarine, capable of enduring as part of the US nuclear three-pronged strategy, underway
The construction of a 20,800-ton submarine for the US nuclear triad has begun, marking a significant step in the advancement of American naval power. The future USS Wisconsin (SSBN 827) is the second Columbia-class submarine under construction, set to replace the U.S. Navy's Ohio-class ballistic missile submarines.
The vessel will bear the weight of the nation's most solemn responsibility: to deter war and preserve peace through strength. As a third-generation US Navy ship, the USS Wisconsin will be designed specifically for stealth, providing an ensured second-strike capability.
The keel for the future USS Wisconsin was laid during a ceremony on August 27 at the General Dynamics Electric Boat Quonset Point facility in Kingstown, Rhode Island. More than 300 defense contractors and hardware and software suppliers from the state of Wisconsin are supporting the design and development of the USS Wisconsin.
The submarine will have a submerged displacement of 20,810 tons and will be crewed by two crews, traditionally the Blue & Gold crews. The vessel will serve as an undetectable launch platform for submarine-launched ballistic missiles, ensuring the continuity of the nation's deterrence posture.
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The original Wisconsin (BB-9) was an Illinois-class pre-Dreadnought battleship commissioned in 1901 and served as the flagship of the Pacific fleet until 1903. Built in Pascagoula, Mississippi, the USS Wisconsin carries a rich naval history into its modern-day counterpart.
As the construction of the future USS Wisconsin progresses, it serves as a testament to American ingenuity and commitment to maintaining a strong and technologically advanced military. The submarine is poised to play a crucial role in the nuclear triad, ensuring the safety and security of the nation for years to come.
