Here’s what life is like aboard the largest US Navy submarine

Submarines are a tremendous strategic and tactical advantage to countries that have them. Also see: 27 incredible photos of life on a US Navy Subma…

By Orvelin Valle

Updated on Feb 21, 2023

Submarines are a tremendous strategic and tactical advantage to countries that have them.

They range from small attack submarines used for naval and anti-submarine warfare to large ballistic-style submarines armed with nuclear weapons that could wipe out entire nations.

Launched in 1988, the Ohio-class USS Pennsylvania (SSBN-735) is currently the largest vessel in the U.S. Navy’s arsenal. It is 560-feet long and berths 165 sailors, according to the National Geographic video below.

Also see: 27 incredible photos of life on a US Navy Submarine

This video shows the ship’s incredible fire power, tactics and what life is like for the crew that man it.

Watch:

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Summary

Submarines are a tremendous strategic advantage to countries that have them. Watch what life is like on the biggest Navy submarine.

OV is a Navy veteran and an expert in social media and entertainment marketing. Previously, with music electronics company Roland, he created social media outreach and growth strategies that became Roland’s worldwide corporate standard. OV also managed social media and promotions for Madison Square Garden and Clear Channel Radio.

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