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Navy Commissions Latest Submarine, USS Delaware

Monday, April 6th, 2020

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Navy Commissions Latest Submarine, USS Delaware

The Virginia-class submarine future USS Delaware (SSN-791) at sea for sea trials in the Atlantic Ocean on Aug, 31, 2019. (Photo: U.S. Navy)

The Navy administratively commissioned the Virginia-class submarine USS Delaware (SSN-791) on April 4, canceling the traditional ceremony due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Navy noted it is transitioning the submarine to normal operations and is looking at a future opportunity to commemorate the event with the usual commissioning ceremony events. SSN-791 is the last Block III submarine model. “The U.S. Navy values the support of all those who contributed to today’s momentous milestone and will look for a future opportunity…

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