PUGET SOUND, Wash. (APRIL. 28, 2017) - The Gold Crew of the Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Alabama (SSBN 731) transits the Hood Canal as the boat returns home to Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor following a routine strategic deterrent patrol. Alabama is one of eight ballistic-missile submarines stationed at the base, providing the most survivable leg of the strategic deterrence triad for the United States. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Amanda R. Gray/Released) 170428-N-UD469-028 by Naval Base Kitsap (NBK)

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