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USS OHIO, Guam (NNS) – The
guided-missile submarine USS Ohio (SSGN-726) was host to the
Governor of Guam, the Honorable Felix P. Camacho, on U.S. Naval Base
Guam Jan. 21.
The governor was treated to a luncheon in the wardroom where he was
introduced to the crew’s officers and learned about the platform and
capabilities of the Ohio-class submarine.
“The purpose of the visit was to inform Governor Camacho of the
unique capabilities of our submarine,” said Capt. Murray Gero,
commanding officer of USS Ohio. “We also wanted to express our
gratitude for the opportunity to stop in Guam for scheduled
maintenance and a little recreation and relaxation.”
He then toured numerous spaces topside and on board including the
submarine’s unique dry deck shelter, which allows special operations
forces, including Navy SEALs, to deploy undetected from deployed
submarines.
“A memorable part of the tour was visiting the operations section
and learning the further capabilities of this fine submarine,”
Camacho said. “It is a tremendous asset to our nation.”
At the end of the hour-long tour, Gero said the tour was a success.
“The governor met the crew, and heard how they greatly appreciate
the hospitality of Guam,” Gero said.
Camacho expressed his appreciation to have the opportunity to visit.
“It was an extreme privilege to come aboard,” Camacho said. “To know
what this submarine does and that our island of Guam can accommodate
is incredible. I really enjoyed the opportunity.”
Ohio Class submarines are equipped with superior communications
capabilities and the ability to carry more than 150 Tomahawk Land
Attack Missiles (TLAM) or support Special Operations Forces for
extended periods. The versatility of the SSGN is one of its greatest
strengths. |
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