The USS Scranton (SSN-756) is a Los Angeles-class nuclear-powered attack submarine of the United States Navy, notable for being the second vessel named after Scranton, Pennsylvania. Constructed by Newport News Shipbuilding and Drydock Company in Newport News, Virginia, her construction contract was awarded on November 26, 1984. The ship's build process was innovative; she was the first submarine at Newport News to utilize "modular construction," a technique where the vessel was assembled from nearly complete hull sections rather than traditional keel laying. Construction began on August 29, 1986, and she was launched on July 3, 1989, with Mrs. Sarah McDade serving as her sponsor. USS Scranton was officially commissioned on January 26, 1991, under the command of Commander J.G. Meyer. The modular construction method involved building individual hull sections with internal structures, machinery, and piping loaded in through open ends, allowing for precise assembly with welded joints that integrated piping and structural elements seamlessly. This construction approach marked a significant advancement in submarine manufacturing, allowing for efficient assembly and quality control. After completion, the vessel was floated in a drydock, marking the culmination of her assembly process. Throughout her service, USS Scranton demonstrated technological capabilities, notably in January 2006, when she successfully tested and demonstrated the operation of an AN/BLQ-11 Long-Term Mine Reconnaissance System (LMRS) unmanned undersea vehicle (UUV), showcasing her advanced reconnaissance and undersea warfare capabilities. Additionally, on March 19, 2011, USS Scranton participated in Operation Odyssey Dawn by launching Tomahawk cruise missiles against Libyan air defenses, reflecting her role in strategic military operations. This vessel exemplifies the technological advancements and operational versatility of Los Angeles-class submarines, contributing to U.S. naval dominance through both innovation in construction and active combat service.

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