In his remarks, Phelan emphasized deterrence and the crucial role of submarines in modern naval warfare. “Make no mistake, naval warfare is evolving. Where battleships once ruled the seas ...

The author gratefully acknowledges and thanks Dr. John Hattendorf (Ernest J. King Professor of Maritime History, U.S. Naval War College), Capt. Reinetta Van Eendenburg (analyst/writer, U.S. Navy), and ...