The Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Maryland (SSBN 738) gold crew returns to its homeport at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Ga., following a strategic deterrence patrol. The boat is one of five ballistic-missile submarines stationed at the base and is capable of carrying up to 20 submarine-launched ballistic missiles with multiple warheads. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Bryan Tomforde)