BANGOR, Wash. (Sept. 6, 2016) - The Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Alabama (SSBN 731) returns 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)

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