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Navy Test Fires Trident Missiles

Defense Daily Staff

Tuesday, March 3rd, 2015

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Navy Test Fires Trident Missiles

The SSBN(X) will replace Ohio-class ballistic subs. Photo: U.S. Navy

The Navy has conducted flight tests of two Trident II D-5 missiles from an Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine, U.S. Strategic Command said Tuesday.The D-5s are designed to carry multiple nuclear warheads as part of the country’s sea-based nuclear deterrent mission.“Strategic weapons tests such as these are a visible demonstration for assuring our allies and deterring our adversaries that our nation’s strategic triad is safe, secure and effective,” Adm. Cecil Haney, chief of U.S. Strategic Command, said.Strategic Command said the Feb.…

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