Stephens was drawn to the Navy to travel the world. He also specifically requested to serve on the USS Iowa, which will be his first tour of duty on a submarine. “I’m very glad that I got to ...

The 377-foot vessel can dive to depths of more than 800 feet below the surface and maneuver at speeds of over 25 knots.

The new Navy submarine, a nuclear-powered Virginia-class vessel, is the first submarine to be named for the state.

Stephens was drawn to the Navy to travel the world. He also specifically requested to serve on the USS Iowa, which will be his first tour of duty on a submarine. “I’m very glad that I got to be on ...

“This is not just a milestone for USS Iowa, but a critical step forward in strengthening our Navy and ensuring America’s global maritime dominance.” The newly commissioned sub, which carries ...