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Nebraska (SSBN-739)

Radio Call Sign: November - Echo - Bravo - Romeo

Ohio Class Fleet Ballistic Missile Submarine: Laid down, 24 December 1987, at the Electric Boat Division of General Dynamics Corp., Groton, CT.; Launched, 15 August 1992; Commissioned, USS Nebraska (SSBN 739), 10 July 1993. Nebraska is assigned to the US Pacific Fleet and is homeported at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Wash since her arrival there on 20 October 2004.

Specifications: Displacement, Surfaced: 16,764 t., Submerged: 18,750 t.; Length 560'; Beam 42'; Draft 29'; Speed, Surfaced 20+ kts, Submerged 25 kts; Depth limit 800'; Complement 155 (each Blue and Gold crews); Armament, 24 Trident I and II missile tubes, four 21" torpedo tubes, MK-48 torpedoes; Sensor, BQQ-6 Bow mounted sonar, BQR-19 Navigation, BQS-13 Active sonar, TB-16 towed array; Propulsion System, One S8G nuclear reactor core reloaded every nine years, two geared steam turbines, one shaft, output of 60,000 hp.
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Ohio Class63kCut out of the Ohio Class (SSBN-743) submarine.Courtesy of Robert Hall.
Annapolis202kLaunching of the Annapolis (SSN-760),at the Electric Boat Div., General Dynamics Corp, Groton, CT.,18 May 1991. The boomer on the left hand side of the Annapolis with two of her hatches open is the Nebraska (SSBN-739), which would not be launched until 15 August 1992.Courtesy of Jack Treutle (of blessed memory).
Nebraska121kNebraska (SSBN-739) under construction and rolled out onto EB's graving platform, 13 July 1991. Photo by Ken Hart.
Nebraska27kCommemorative postal cover marking the launching of the Nebraska (SSBN-739) at the Electric Boat Division of General Dynamics Corp., Groton, CT., 15 August 1992. Courtesy of Jack Treutle (of blessed memory).
Nebraska & Maine109kThe bunted Nebraska (SSBN-739) at her launching ceremony, 15 August 1992. The boomer on her left is the Maine (SSBN-741), which would be launched in 1994. USN photo.
Nebraska29k Commemorative postal cover marking the first day in commission of the Nebraska (SSBN-739), 10 July 1993. Courtesy of Jack Treutle (of blessed memory).
Nebraska59kCommissioning Program for the Nebraska (SSBN-739), 10 July 1993. USN photo courtesy of Robert M. Cieri.
Nebraska137kA port bow view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine Nebraska (SSBN-739) moored at a pier at Port Canaveral, Florida, 8 August 1993. USN photo # DN-SC-93-05794, by OS2 John Bouvia, from the Department of Defense Still Media Collection, courtesy of dodmedia.osd.mil. & submitted by Bill Gonyo.
John C. Calhoun & Nebraska151kA starboard bow view of the nucelar-powered strategic missile submarines Nebraska (SSBN-739), left, and John C. Calhoun (SSBN-630) in Port Canaveral, Florida, 22 August 1993. USN photo # DN-SC-9-306094, by OS2 John Bouvia, from the Department of Defense Still Media Collection, courtesy of dodmedia.osd.mil.
John C. Calhoun & Nebraska176kA port bow view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine John C. Calhoun (SSBN-630) in port. Moored behind the John C. Calhoun is the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine Nebraska (SSBN-739), in Port Canaveral, Florida, 22 August 1993. USN photo # DN-SC-93-06087, by OS2 John Bouvia, from the Department of Defense Still Media Collection, courtesy of dodmedia.osd.mil.& submitted by Bill Gonyo.
Nebraska77kIn the heart of the ballistic missile submarine Nebraska's (SSBN-739) missile compartment, Missile Technician Second Class (MT2) Kevin L. Anglehart checks a valve on a missile launch tube on 1 November 1993. USN photo # DN-ST-95-00270, by JO2 Kevin Stephens, from the Department of Defense Still Media Collection, courtesy of dodmedia.osd.mil. & submitted by Bill Gonyo.
Nebraska59kMissile Technician Third Class (MT3) James L. Perkins checks a missile tube for signs of tampering on board the ballistic missile submarine Nebraska (SSBN-739). Even underway, security can't be assumed when nuclear weapons are involved. USN photo # DN-ST-95-00268, by JO2 Kevin Stephens, from the Department of Defense Still Media Collection, courtesy of dodmedia.osd.mil. & submitted by Bill Gonyo.
Nebraska59kLoading a missile tube on board the Nebraska (SSBN-739) at King's Bay, GA. USN photo courtesy of Bill Gonyo.
Nebraska242k A starboard quarter view of the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine Nebraska (SSBN-739) in port. Moored in front of the Nebraska is the nuclear-powered strategic missile submarine John C. Calhoun (SSBN-630). USN photo # DN-SC-93-06086, by OS2 John Bouvia, from the Department of Defense Still Media Collection, courtesy of dodmedia.osd.mil. & submitted by Bill Gonyo.
Nebraska303k Lt. Bryan Tauzer squeezes the trigger, launching a Trident II fleet ballistic missile from the ballistic missile submarine Nebraska (SSBN-739) during recent test off Cape Canaveral, Fla. on 1 November 1993. USN photo # DN-ST-95-00266, by J02 Kevin Stephens, from the Department of Defense Still Media Collection, courtesy of dodmedia.osd.mil. & submitted by Bill Gonyo.
Nebraska13kCommemorative postal cover marking the first launching of a Trident missile from the Nebraska (SSBN-739) on 18 November 1993. Courtesy of Jack Treutle (of blessed memory).
Nebraska121kAn aerial low oblique starboard bow view of the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine Nebraska (SSBN-739) underway on the surface off the Naval Submarine Base at Kings Bay, Ga. on 23 February 1995. Official USN photo # DN-SC-95-01507, by PH3 Christian Viera, from the Department of Defense Still Media Collection, courtesy of dodmedia.osd.mil. & submitted by Bill Gonyo.
Nebraska328kA port quarter aerial view of the nuclear-powered Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine Nebraska (SSBN-739) underway in the Atlantic, off Kings Bay, Georgia, 23 February 1995. USN photo # N-0000V-001 by Photographer's Mate 3rd Class Christian Viera, courtesy of news.navy.mil.
Ohio1.47k20 page PDF circa mid 90's PDF of the Nebraska (SSBN-739). Photos courtesy of Scott Koen & ussnewyork.com.
Nebraska214kSubmarine Centennial Day Proclaimation, 11 April 2000, signed by the Governor of the State of Nebraska in honoring the State's namesake, Nebraska (SSBN-739). USN photo courtesy of chinfo.navy.mil. submitted by Bill Gonyo.
Nebraska106kAt sea aboard Nebraska (SSBN-739) 24 July 2003. Midshipman Kelly Wirfel pulls the yoke to direct the submarine during dive operations aboard Nebraska as she guides the 18,700 ton boat below the waves. Under the instruction of the crew, Midshipman from the Naval Academy received instructions on diving procedures and other operations during their two days aboard Nebraska. USN photo # N-0000R-002 by Store Keeper 2nd Class Gabriel Rincon, courtesy of news.navy.mil.
Nebraska378kCrew members handle lines prior to mooring the Ohio-class fleet ballistic missile submarine Nebraska (SSBN-739) at her new home port of Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Wash, 20 October 2004. Nebraska was formerly home ported at Naval Submarine Base, Kings Bay, Ga. USN photo # N-6497N-053 by Brian Nokell, courtesy of news.navy.mil.
Nebraska293kWith a little help from a commercial tug, the Ohio-class fleet ballistic missile submarine Nebraska (SSBN-739) arrives at her new home port of Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Wash, 20 October 2004. USN photo # N-6497N-044 by Brian Nokell, courtesy of news.navy.mil.
Nebraska47kNebraska (SSBN-739), checking the outer pressure hull.USN photo courtesy of globalsecurity.org.
Nebraska82kSailors don Emergency Air Breathing (EAB) masks in the control room of the Nebraska (SSBN-739), during a drill, date and place unknown.USN photo courtesy of (Naval Sea Systems Command) dcfp.navy.mil.
Nebraska56kControl Room Personnel in Emergency Air Breathing (EABs) masks in the control room of the Nebraska (SSBN-739), during a drill.USN photo courtesy of (Naval Sea Systems Command) dcfp.navy.mil.
Nebraska64kNebraska (SSBN-739), day at the office.USN photo courtesy of globalsecurity.org.
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1.91k An unarmed Trident II D5 missile launches from the Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine Nebraska (SSBN-739) off the coast of California on 26 March 2008. The test launch was part of the U.S. Navy Strategic Systems Program’s demonstration and shakedown operation certification process. The successful launch certified the readiness of an SSBN crew and the operational performance of the submarine’s strategic weapons system before returning to operational availability. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ronald Gutridge via flickr.com
Nebraska80kNebraska (SSBN-739)(Blue) Commanding Officer receives an award on 20 April 2009 at Bremerton, Wash. from Chief of Staff Commander Submarine Group 9, Capt. Kenneth Walker for his crew staying DUI free for the past two years. USN photo # N-7656R-001 by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Eric J. Rowley, submitted by Bill Gonyo.
Trident5.38kThe attached file gives about 50 photos and illustrations of a Trident missile submarine and its equipment. It gives you a pretty good idea of the surroundings and "living in a sewer pipe" with unclassified pictures. Richard Scheeder via Ron Reeves (of blessed memory)
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697k From left to right, Cmdr. Jason Wartell, assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 17; Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine Nebraska (SSBN-739) Commanding Officer Capt. Jeffrey Joseph and Commander, U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) Adm. Cecil D. Haney hold the 2013 Omaha Submarine Ballistic Missile Trophy following its presentation to Nebraska on 11 April 2014. The Omaha Trophy, sponsored by Omahaâs Strategic Command Consultation Committee, is awarded annually to four outstanding units that represent USSTRATCOMâs mission areas, their role in global operations and USSTRATCOMâs continued emphasis on strategic deterrence. Nebraska's Blue and Gold crews were selected based on formal evaluations, meritorious achievement, safety and other factors including community involvement and humanitarian actions. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Byron C. Linder via flickr.com
Ohio595kThe Nebraska (SSBN-739) undocks from a dry dock at Puget Sound Navy Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility on 8 March 2016. Nebraska has been at the shipyard since February 2014 for an Engineering Refueling Overhaul, which provides up to 20 years of additional service life for the submarine. Once the ERO is complete, Nebraska will continue its role in strategic deterrence, a fundamental element of the U.S. defense strategy. PSNS & IMF performs this and other work as part of its mission to maintain and modernize the Navy's fleet.USN photo # 160308-N-PM506-005, by Zack Frank, courtesy of news.navy.mil.
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2.57k Nebraska (SSBN-739) with Tall Mountains
Original caption: The Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine Nebraska transits the Hood Canal as it returns home to Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor following the boat's first strategic patrol since 2013 on 12 July 2018. Nebraska recently completed a 41-month engineered refueling overhaul, which will extend the life of the submarine for another 20 years.
U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Amanda R. Gray via flickr.com
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3.37k Rear Adm. Blake Converse, commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, presents The Arleigh Burke Fleet Trophy to the gold crew of Nebraska (SSBN-739), 30 September 2020. The trophy is awarded annually to one ship or aircraft squadron from both the Pacific and Atlantic Fleet for having achieved the greatest improvement in battle efficiency during the calendar year, based upon the battle efficiency competition. U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Andrea Perez via flickr.com

There is no DANFS History currently available for Nebraska (SSBN-739) at the Haze Gray & Underway the main archive for the DANFS Online Project.
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Additional Resources and sites of Interest
USS Nebraska - (SSBN 739)
FAS - SSBN-726 Ohio-Class FBM Submarines
US Navy CHINFO Navy Fact File - Fleet Ballistic Missile Submarines - SSBN

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