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Very Sad that beautiful, deadly warship has to be saddled with the "PEANUT FARMER!"

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Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 79 Commanding Officer Cmdr. Marc Cantu pilots an MH-60R Seahawk helicopter with his copilot Lt.j.g. Jimmy Temple, practicing low flights for swimmer deployments near San Diego, California, April 20, 2017. HSM-79 is the Navy’s newest HSM squadron conducting primary missions of anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare. (U.S. Navy Combat Camera Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Benjamin A. Lewis)

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Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 79 Commanding Officer Cmdr. Marc Cantu pilots an MH-60R Seahawk helicopter with his copilot Lt.j.g. Jimmy Temple over San Diego, California, April 20, 2017. HSM-79 is the Navy’s newest HSM squadron conducting primary missions of anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare. (U.S. Navy Combat Camera Photos by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Benjamin A. Lewis)

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ARABIAN GULF (April 20, 2017) A MH-60S Sea Hawk assigned to the "Tridents" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 9 takes off from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). The ship is deployed in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations in support of maritime security operations designed to reassure allies and partners, and preserve the freedom of navigation and the free flow of commerce in the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Mario Coto/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (March 24, 2017) Sailors assigned to Coastal Riverine Squadron (CRS) 1 salute from SeaArk 34-foot patrol boats during a retirement ceremony in San Diego Harbor. The coastal riverine force provides port and harbor security, high value asset protection and maritime security operations in coastal and inland waterways. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Natalia Murillo/Released)

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BUSAN, Republic of Korea (April 24, 2017) The Ohio-class guided-missile submarine USS Michigan (SSGN 727) arrives in Busan for a scheduled port visit while conducting routine patrols throughout the western Pacific. Michigan is the second submarine of the Ohio-class of ballistic missile and guided missile submarines, and the third U.S. ship to bear the name. Michigan is homeported in Bremerton, Wash. and is forwarded deployed from Guam. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jermaine Ralliford/Released)

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HAAKONSVERN, Norway (April 22, 2017) Yeoman Seaman Tyler Brock gives a tour of the guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55) to a group of Norwegian sailors. Leyte Gulf is conducting naval operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sonja Wickard/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (April 21, 2017) Cpl. Brandon McFarland performs maintenance on an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the "Checkerboards" of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). The ship is underway conducting a tailored ship's training availability off the coast of Calif. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Alex Corona/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (April 21, 2017) Culinary Specialist Seaman Winesha Pierre serves chicken adobo stir-fry in the wardroom of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). The ship is underway conducting a tailored ship's training availability off the coast of California. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Bill Sanders/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (April 21, 2017) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Jesse Ryan cooks stir-fry in the wardroom of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). The ship is underway conducting a tailored ship's training availability off the coast of Calif. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Bill Sanders/Released)

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NORFOLK (April 21, 2017) Sailors conduct a water break overhaul on a steam-powered catapult on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). The ship is pierside during the sustainment phase of the optimized fleet response plan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman K. A. DaCosta/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (April 19, 2017) Cmdr. Patrick McKenna pilots an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the "Stingers" of Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VFA) 113 during flight operations from the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). The ship is underway conducting a tailored ship's training availability off the coast of Calif. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Aaron B. Hicks/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (April 20, 2017) Sailors assigned to the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) unload ordnance from an aircraft during a composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) with the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in preparation for an upcoming deployment. COMPTUEX tests a carrier strike group's mission-readiness and ability to perform as an integrated unit through simulated real-world scenarios. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Ian Kinkead/Released)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 15, 2017) An MV-22B Osprey assigned to the Ridge Runners of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), is secured to the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island, the flagship for the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, with the embarked 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU), is operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance amphibious capability with regional partners and to serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Devin M. Langer/Released)

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PACIFIC OCEAN (April 24, 2017) An MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced), embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), flies past Wake Island. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Mathew Diendorf/Released)

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GUAM (April 6, 2017) A MK VI patrol boat assigned to Coastal Riverine Group (CRG) 1, Det. Guam, maneuvers off the coast of Guam. CRG-1, Det. Guam, is assigned to Commander, Task Force 75, which is the primary expeditionary task force responsible for the planning and execution of coastal riverine operations, explosive ordnance disposal, mobile diving and salvage, engineering and construction, and underwater construction in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy Combat Camera photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alfred A. Coffield/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (April 26, 2017) The aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), foreground, and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Atago-class guided-missile destroyer JS Ashigara (DDG 178), left, and the JMSDF Murasame-class destroyer JS Samidare (DD 106) transit the Philippine Sea. The U.S. Navy has patrolled the Indo-Asia-Pacific routinely for more than 70 years promoting regional peace and security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sean M. Castellano/Released)

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PHILIPPINE SEA (April 24, 2017) An MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the "Blue Hawks" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 78 fires chaff flares during a training exercise near the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). U.S. Navy aircraft carrier strike groups have patrolled the Indo-Asia Pacific routinely for more than 70 years. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sean M. Castellano/Released)

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BELLE CHASSE, La. (April 22, 2017) The U.S. Navy flight demonstration team, the Blue Angels, fly in formation over Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base (NAS JRB) during the New Orleans Air Show 2017. NAS JRB New Orleans hosted its first air show since 2011. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Edward Guttierrez III/Released)

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GREAT LAKES, Ill. (April 26, 2017) Recruits from divisions 194 and 195 prepare their towels for stenciling during in-processing procedures at Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, Ill. In-processing lasts 3-5 days, consisting of uniform issue and stenciling, medical and dental appointments for fit-for-full duty status, and indoctrination of recruit expectations during bootcamp. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Schaeffer/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (April 18, 2017) A Sailor assigned to Coastal Riverine Squadron (CRS) 1 fires an M203 37 mm flare launcher during a live-fire exercise conducted by Coastal Riverine Group 1's Training and Evaluation Unit. The Coastal Riverine Force is a core Navy capability that provides high value assets protection and maritime security operations in coastal and inland waterways. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Boatswain's Mate Nelson Doromal/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (April 18, 2017) Sailors assigned to Coastal Riverine Squadron (CRS) 1 transit the San Diego bay during a live-fire exercise conducted by Coastal Riverine Group 1's Training and Evaluation Unit. The Coastal Riverine Force is a core Navy capability that provides high value assets protection and maritime security operations in coastal and inland waterways. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Boatswain's Mate Nelson Doromal/Released)

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SAN DIEGO (April 18, 2017) Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Jhakera Turner, assigned to Coastal Riverine Squadron (CRS) 1, fires a M240B machine gun during a live-fire exercise conducted by Coastal Riverine Group 1's Training and Evaluation Unit. The Coastal Riverine Force is a core Navy capability that provides high value assets protection and maritime security operations in coastal and inland waterways. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Boatswain's Mate Nelson Doromal/Released)

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Nimitz returns to Puget Sound after training exercise in California

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About the Crest
The crest of the Virginia Class Submarine USS Indiana (SSN 789) ties the ship to it's namesake and the Hoosier State's Naval heritage.

The crest is in the shape of the state of Indiana with a blue background evoking the color of the state flag and gold outline, blue and gold representing the traditional Navy colors. Included in this background is a faint checkered flag, representing victory and tying the ship to Indiana's racing heritage. The shading of the blue is from light to dark, suggesting the depths of the ocean the ship is designed to operate and fight in. Light from Indiana’s torch shines on the hull of the submarine, showing the way as she defends the deep.

There have been two previous active warships to carry the name “Indiana”, BB 1 and BB 58. Silhouttes of these two great battleships are included on the crest just above the plinth bearing the inscription SSN 789.

Nine silver stars reflect the battle stars received by USS Indiana (BB 58) during WW II. Two gold stars placed above the torch represent the the earlier namesake ships, USS Indiana.

Two dolphins adorn the bottom of the crest to represent the submarine service. Silver represents enlisted submariners and gold represents officers. The art deco design of the crest is symbolic of the design features included in the Indiana World War Memorial in Indianapolis.

Indiana's primary industries - agriculture and manufacturing, are represented by a wheat shock and a set of gears set to each side of the “SSN 789” plinth. A small star on the forward turret of BB 58 recognizes Crane, Indiana, the third largest Naval installation in the world and a site of innovation and invention, key attributes of Indiana's heritage.

Finally, across the banner are the words “SILENT VICTORS” which is taken directly from the Indiana Soldiers' and Sailors' monument in Indianapolis. This phrase has double meaning for the USS Indiana (SSN 789). While memorializing Indiana’s Soldiers and Sailors, it also speaks to the the Victorious Silent Service of submarine USS Indiana (SSN 789).

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (AP) —

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has joined Navy officials for the christening of America's newest fast-attack nuclear-powered submarine.

Pence traveled to Newport News on Saturday for the christening of the USS Indiana, named for his home state.

The Indiana is a Virginia-class attack submarine that the Newport News shipyard built in a teaming arrangement with General Dynamics Electric Boat of Groton, Conn.

Construction on the boat began in 2012 with 4,000 shipbuilders participating. In his remarks, Pence said more than 100 Indiana businesses were involved in the vessel's development. It's scheduled to be delivered to the Navy later this year.

The Navy says the submarine will help the U.S. maintain its undersea superiority well into the 21st century.

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PHILIPPINE SEA (April 28, 2017) Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyers JS Ashigara (DDG 178) and JS Samidare (DD 106), the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG 108) and USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112), Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Lake Champlain (CG 57) and Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) transit the Philippine Sea. The U.S. Navy has patrolled the Indo-Asia Pacific routinely for more than 70 years promoting regional peace and security. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Z.A. Landers/Released)

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