Navy awards $76.6B in contracts for new Columbia-class nuclear submarines
The US Navy has a core mission of projecting power, which can be achieved through various methods. One approach is by utilizing nuclear ballistic missile submarines, which provide a less overt form of power projection. These submarines are part of the nuclear triad and are considered the most survivable component.
The current Ohio-class subs will be replaced by the new Columbia-class boats. The Department of War has awarded contracts totaling $76. 6 billion for the construction of new submarines, with General Dynamics Electric Boat building some of the Columbia-class subs.
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