Navy Relieves USS West Virginia (SSBN 736) (Blue Crew) Commanding Officer

Published on August 1, 2026

KINGS BAY, Ga. – On July 30, 2026, Commander, Submarine Squadron 20 relieved Cmdr. Joseph Sammur as commanding officer of USS West Virginia (SSBN 736) (Blue Crew) due to loss of confidence in his ability to command.


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U.S. Navy to Christen Future USS William Charette

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Bath, Maine – The U.S. Navy will christen the future USS William Charette (DDG 130), an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer, during a 10 a.m. EDT ceremony Saturday, August 1 at General Dynamic Bath Iron Works.