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CHRISTENING CEREMONY

Newport News Shipbuilding christened Virginia-class submarine Massachusetts (SSN 798) on Saturday, May 6.

The tradition of christening a naval vessel goes back centuries. Today, it has evolved into a ceremony that honors the individuality of the ship and the life ahead of her. During the christening ceremony, the ship’s sponsor proclaims, “In the name of the United States I christen thee…” and shatters a ceremonial bottle of American sparkling wine against the bow of the new ship.

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ABOUT THE SUBMARINE

Massachusetts (SSN 798) is the 25th boat in the Virginia-class, built under a unique teaming agreement between HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding division and General Dynamics Electric Boat. Suppliers nationwide provide material and equipment to support the Virginia-Class Submarine Program and thousands of shipbuilders are working around-the-clock to bring SSN 798 to life.

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Shipbuilders, family and friends are encouraged to join in the conversation on Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube using #SSN798.

SHERYL K. SANDBERG

SHIP'S SPONSOR

Sheryl Sandberg is the founder and chair of the Sandberg Goldberg Bernthal Family Foundation, a nonprofit organization that works to build a more equal and resilient world through three key initiatives: LeanIn.org, OptionB.org, and the Dave Goldberg Scholarship Program.

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