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Nuclear Deterrence - From Sea
U.S. Strategic Command
July 31, 2025 | 1:13
The Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine serves as the most survivable pillar of the nuclear triad. Each submarine carries up to 20 submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBM), with each missile armed with one or more nuclear warheads, and crews ready to respond within minutes if called upon. Operating stealthily around the globe 24/7/365, the SSBN fleet's primary mission is to guarantee national security through strategic deterrence.
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