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Navy's Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile Force Is Highly Ready

LCD-78-429 Published: Dec 21, 1978. Publicly Released: Jul 08, 1981.
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The Navy maintains the submarine-launched ballistic missile force in a high state of readiness because of its strategically important deterrent mission. The Navy achieves this favorable readiness posture through special emphasis on management, staffing, equipment, maintenance, and supply support. Costs to design, procure, operate, and maintain this system average over $4 billion annually.

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