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January 28, 2025

DC's American Legion Post 46 Speaking Engagement

On 28 January, members of the USS District of Columbia Commissioning Committee had an opportunity to attend the National Defense American Legion Post #46, Department of the District of Columbia's monthly meeting at the Army Navy Club.

December 13, 2024

Celebrating the 2024 Army-Navy Game

CAPT Heath Johnmeyer, Commanding Officer, PCU District of Columbia (SSBN-826) and members of the USS District of Columbia Committee brought our 50 ft inflatable submarine to celebrate the 2024 Army-Navy Game at the Official Army-Navy Block Party at The Yards Park.

November 14, 2024

USS District of Columbia Supports Navy Submarine League Event

The USS District of Columbia Commissioning Committee attended the 13-14 November 2024 Naval Submarine League's Annual Symposium and Industry Update.

February 27, 2025

The O'Kane Cribbage Board

Playing a game of cribbage is a time-honored tradition with deep ties to the "silent service" and two of the Submarine Force's greatest Commanders.  Please take two minutes to enjoy this DVIDS video while learning a little bit about this tradition as well as the history behind the O'Kane Cribbage Board.

January 10, 2024

Newport News Shipbuilding has delivered the stern for first-in-class submarine District of Columbia (SSBN-826) to General Dynamics Electric Boat. Take a moment to watch this time-lapse video showing the historic move by barge.

Latest Bulletins

Welcome from the Chairman

4th Quarter 2024

It is my distinct honor to introduce you to the USS DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA (SSBN-826), the lead ship of the Columbia class submarines. The commissioning committee will introduce Washingtonians to this remarkable vessel, familiarize the crew with the vibrant neighborhoods and rich culture of D.C. “beyond the monuments,” support STEM education for D.C. students with unique submarine-related projects, and more!

Update from the CO

4th Quarter 2024

The members of the crew were hand-selected and also volunteered for this assignment, which results in all of them being very excited to be here. The best part about this assignment is the talent level of each member of the crew and their work ethic.

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