Congressman Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Strategic Forces subcommittee, made the following statement today congratulating the U.S. Navy and Naval Reactors program on the 60th anniversary of the USS Nautilus being underway with nuclear power.

“Today we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the USS Nautilus first being underway under nuclear power. That day marked the beginning of a new era for the U.S. Navy and we remember not only that historic achievement, but also the 60 years of unparalleled nuclear safety, technical brilliance and operational excellence in our Naval Reactors program and nuclear Navy. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Admiral Greenert, Admiral Richardson and the many thousands of men and women who have contributed to this tremendous success.”

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