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After 100 Years in Connecticut, Submarines Keep Steaming Ahead

Connecticut Public Radio
Published June 2, 2016 at 9:00 AM EDT
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USS Virginia was built by Electric Boat and its homeport is Groton, Connecticut.
Naval Submarine Base New London
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Capt. Paul Whitescarver - Commanding Officer of Naval Submarine Base New London.
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Joe Courtney - Represents Connecticut's 2nd congressional district.
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For a century, Groton, Connecticut has been home to the Naval Submarine Base and Training School. It’s turned into an economic staple for the region with the presence of manufacturer Electric Boat. The state is celebrating one hundred years as the "Submarine Capital of the World." This hour, we discuss the history of the submarine industry and how it fares today. Even after all these years, the vessels continue to play an important role in U.S. military strategy.

GUESTS:
  • Capt. Paul Whitescarver - Commanding Officer of Naval Submarine Base New London
  • Joe Courtney - Represents Connecticut's 2nd congressional district
  • Marian Galbraith - Mayor of the City of Groton, Connecticut
  • Tom Plante - Director of Strategic Planning at General Dynamics Electric Boat

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