In March, an unarmed Trident II D5 missile launches from the USS Nebraska in the Pacific Ocean. The successful test launch certified the readiness of the ballistic submarine missile crew and the operational performance of the submarine’s strategic weapons system. (U.S. Navy/ Ronald Gutridge)
In March, an unarmed Trident II D5 missile launches from the USS Nebraska in the Pacific Ocean. The successful test launch certified the readiness of the ballistic submarine missile crew and the operational performance of the submarine’s strategic weapons system. (U.S. Navy/ Ronald Gutridge)

Photo by: U.S. Navy/Ronald Gutridge |  VIRIN: 181104-D-BD104-023.JPG