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About USS Henry M. Jackson

USS **Henry M. Jackson** (SSBN-730) is an Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine in the United States Navy. Commissioned on October 6, 1984, she was originally to be named USS Rhode Island but was renamed to honor U.S. Senator Henry M. Jackson following his death. The submarine has played a key role in strategic deterrence, conducting regular patrols as part of the U.S. Navy’s nuclear triad. Over her decades of service, USS Henry M. Jackson has been recognized for excellence in performance and continues to operate out of Naval Base Kitsap, Washington.

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John Offergeld

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World Cruise 1987 aboard the USS KittyHawk

U.S. Navy • 1987

A School

U.S. Navy • 1979

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U.S. Navy

All P-3 retired

VP Squadrons • U.S. Navy • 2024

About USS Henry M. Jackson

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Historical Facts

• Namesake: USS Henry M. Jackson (SSBN-730) is named after U.S. Senator Henry M. "Scoop" Jackson of Washington, known for his strong support of national defense and the U.S. Navy. • Class: The submarine is an Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine, part of the U.S. Navy’s “boomer” fleet responsible for nuclear deterrence. • Commissioning: It was commissioned on October 6, 1984, and remains in active service as of 2024. • Unique Naming: Originally intended to be named USS Rhode Island, it was renamed to honor Senator Jackson after his unexpected death in 1983. • First Submarine Named for a Senator: USS Henry M. Jackson is the only U.S. Navy submarine named for a U.S. Senator. • Ballistic Missile Capability: The submarine can carry up to 24 Trident II D5 ballistic missiles, providing a key leg of the U.S. nuclear triad. • Crew Structure: Like other Ohio-class boats, it operates with two crews, Blue and Gold, to maximize deployment time at sea. • Homeport: The submarine is homeported at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Washington, near the late Senator’s home state. • Operational Achievements: The Henry M. Jackson has completed more than 80 strategic deterrent patrols, reflecting its reliability and importance. • Legacy of Deterrence: The submarine plays a vital role in U.S. strategic deterrence, remaining continuously on patrol to ensure national security.