PUGET SOUND, Wash. (Sept. 30, 2015) The Blue crew of the ballistic-missile submarine USS Henry M. Jackson (SSBN 730) transits the Hood Canal as the boat returns home to Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor following a routine strategic deterrent patrol. Jackson is one of eight ballistic missile submarines stationed at the base providing the survivable leg of the strategic deterrence triad for the United States. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Amanda R. Gray/Released) USS Henry M. Jackson returns to homeport 150930-N-UD469-031

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