USS New Jersey SSN 796 Support Organization

10/15/2026

SPOTTED! Here’s the NEW JERSEY leaving port yesterday. Fair Winds to the crew!

USS New Jersey (SSN 796) Virginia-class Block IV attack submarine leaving Norfolk, Virginia - October 14, 2026 SRC: X-

10/13/2026

251 years of service. A proud New Jersey connection. ⚓

On October 13, 1775, the Continental Congress authorized the vessels that marked the beginning of the United States Navy.

Today, we celebrate the generations of Sailors who have served—and the crew of USS NEW JERSEY (SSN 796), carrying our state’s name forward beneath the sea.

To our Navy veterans, today’s Sailors, and the families whose support makes their service possible: thank you.

Happy 251st birthday, U.S. Navy!

Navy veterans and families: tell us your ship or command in the comments.

10/07/2026

Your morning coffee. A little Jersey pride. ☕⚓

Featuring a submarine silhouette and USS NEW JERSEY SSN-796 lettering, this gray mug brings your support for the boat to the breakfast table or office.

Pick one up for yourself—or give a fellow submarine supporter a reason to smile with their first cup. Buy yours and help support the Sailors and families of USS NEW JERSEY.

Link to purchase: https://battleshipnewjersey.myshopify.com/products/dry-dock-mug?_pos=3&_sid=9d37f4fd9&_ss=r

10/06/2026

The October issue of Below the Surface is here.

Meet YNS1(SS) Nate Cunningham, the Leading Yeoman of USS New Jersey (SSN-796). He is the first person every new Sailor meets when they report aboard. Seven years in the Navy, second submarine, a wife and a seven-month-old daughter at home, and a line worth remembering: "No amount of money ever bought a second of time."

Also in this issue: photos of the boat arriving in Halifax, a first look at the Crew's Mess "diner" the crew approved and named, a new plain-language series on the jobs aboard a submarine, and a map of every town the crew has visited in New Jersey since 2021.

Read it here: https://submarinenj.org/newsletters/2026-q3.html

Which New Jersey town should the crew visit next? Tell us in the comments.

Thank a Sailor.

10/05/2026

Beneath the surface, sound helps tell the story. 🌊🎧

Sonar technicians are trained to listen closely—and make sense of what they hear. Marine life, ship traffic, and the ocean itself all contribute to a complex underwater soundscape.

Passive sonar listens for sound. Active sonar sends out a sound pulse and listens for its echo. Sonar teams interpret acoustic information to help build a picture of the world beyond the hull.

The equipment is sophisticated, but the Sailors make the difference. It takes concentration, technical knowledge, and teamwork to recognize patterns and provide information the crew can use.

Here’s to the sonar technicians aboard USS NEW JERSEY (SSN 796), bringing skill and focus to every watch.

10/01/2026

How do you navigate when you can’t see where you’re going?

Beneath the surface, a submarine can’t rely on a view of the horizon or a continuous GPS signal. Instead, its navigation team uses inertial navigation systems—which track motion from a known position—along with charts, other instruments, and careful calculations to maintain an accurate picture of where the boat is.

It takes trained Sailors to check that information, plan safe routes, and keep the team informed. Knowing what lies ahead—and above and below—is essential.

For USS NEW JERSEY (SSN 796), every safe passage depends on that combination of technology, precision, and teamwork.

09/28/2026

On a submarine, trust is part of everyday life.

Underway, Sailors depend on one another to stand a careful watch, maintain essential equipment, prepare meals, and respond when something goes wrong.

That’s why learning extends beyond an individual job. Earning submarine qualifications means developing knowledge of the boat, its systems, and the actions needed to help keep everyone safe.

Those hard-earned “dolphins”—the submarine warfare insignia—represent study, practical demonstrations, and the confidence of qualified shipmates.

To the Sailors of USS NEW JERSEY (SSN 796): your teamwork gives New Jersey plenty to be proud of.

Submarine veterans: what advice helped you most when you were working toward your dolphins?

09/24/2026

Throwback Thursday! 2022 edition: building a bond with New Jersey before joining the fleet. ⚓

During a visit to Battleship New Jersey in Camden, Sailors from the future USS NEW JERSEY (SSN 796) rolled up their sleeves and volunteered in the surrounding community, helping clean up alongside Camden Mayor Vic Carstarphen, New Jersey State Police, and community organizations.

Their visit brought that spirit of service beyond the battleship’s decks and into Camden’s neighborhoods.

These photos capture what makes the relationship between a ship and her namesake state meaningful: showing up, lending a hand, and getting to know the people who will be cheering you on.

Proud then. Proud now. Jersey has the watch.

09/22/2026

No sunrise through the window. No stepping outside for fresh air. Underway on a submarine, the daily rhythm comes from the watch schedule.

For Sailors aboard USS NEW JERSEY (SSN 796), life beneath the surface means standing watch, maintaining equipment, training, sharing meals, and finding time to recharge before doing it again.

The submarine is both a workplace and a home. Space is shared, privacy is limited, and consideration for your shipmates matters every day.

Behind every watch is a team—and behind every Sailor is a community proud of their service.

What have you always wondered about everyday life aboard a submarine?

09/18/2026

You were there. Let’s see commissioning day through your eyes! 📸⚓

On September 14, 2024, USS NEW JERSEY (SSN 796) joined the fleet at Naval Weapons Station Earle—with proud families, friends, and supporters there to welcome her.

Now we want to see YOUR memories. The crew bringing the boat to life. A family photo on the pier. The moment that made you proud to be part of it all.

📘 Facebook: Drop your commissioning day pictures in the comments.
📷 Instagram: Share your photos and tag our account so we can find them.

Tell us who you were with and what you remember most.