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A sailor stands atop a submarine and looks into the distance.

Returning From Patrol

Navy Cmdr. Michael Daigle, commanding officer of the Blue crew of the USS Louisiana, looks on as the ballistic missile submarine returns to Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Wash., Dec. 18, 2014, following a strategic deterrent patrol. Navy photo by Chief Petty Officer Ahron Arendes

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Tags: Strategic Deterrence, Sailors, Northcom, Northern Command, Navy

Photo by: Chief Petty Officer Ahron Arende | VIRIN: 141218-N-LP168-052Y.JPG

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