A bow-on view captures the imposing silhouette of the battleship USS New Jersey (BB-62) as she leads the American battle line, cutting powerfully through the sea with her massive guns trained forward. Following closely astern is the battleship USS Missouri (BB-63), her sleek profile reinforcing the formidable presence of the formation. Behind them steams the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS Long Beach (CGN-9), distinguished by her modern superstructure, with additional screening vessel

USS New Jersey (SSN 796) Has Been Commissioned! 🚢🎉 The U.S. Navy’s newest Virginia-class fast-attack submarine, USS New Jersey (SSN 796), is officially in active service! 🌊 The historic commissioning ceremony took place at Naval Weapons Station Earle in Middletown Township, New Jersey, with inspiring speeches from Governor Phil Murphy and Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro. Check out this highlight video of the Navy's newest powerhouse, designed for a gender-integrated crew and powered by

After being mothballed in 1969, the battleship USS New Jersey (BB-62) was recommissioned in 1982. This TV news segment shows the 16" guns being fired for the first time in 13 years. Watch for Navy Secretary John Lehman's reaction to the blast. #FirepowerFriday | U.S. Naval Institute