Keel laying ceremony underway for USS Wisconsin SSBN 827

Keel Laying Watch Party for USS WISCONSIN Submarine

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A watch party was held at the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center today for the keel laying of the USS WISCONSIN. The USS WISCONSIN, SSBN 827 is a ballistic missile submarine currently being built. Keel laying is a tradition that marks the beginning of a new ships life. The sub is currently being assembled in Rhode Island and will eventually join other submarines that serve as the backbone of U.S. nuclear deterrent. The s…

Keel laying ceremony underway for USS Wisconsin SSBN 827

A keel laying ceremony is underway for USS Wisconsin SSBN 827 in North Kingstown, Rhode Island.The event on Wednesday will mark the official beginning of construction for the U.S. Navy's latest ballistic missile submarine.Keeping with Navy tradition, Dr. Kelly Geurts, Honorary Board Director and Ships Sponsor, will authenticate the keel by welding her initials onto a steel plate, signifying the keel has been "truly fairly laid."Grace Stanke, Mis…