USS Alaska (SSBN 732)(GOLD) Change of Command

Official Statements

• Commander, Submarine Group Ten, November 13: “KINGS BAY, Ga. — Cmdr. Ryan Patrick relieved Cmdr. Jeremy Janney as commanding officer of the Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine USS Alaska (SSBN 732) (Gold) during a ceremony at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay, Nov. 13. Janney led the Gold Crew through demanding operational cycles and strategic deterrent patrols, ensuring the vessel remained at the highest state of mission readiness to support the nation’s nuclear deterrence posture.”

• Commander, Submarine Group Ten, November 13: “It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve alongside this exceptional crew, and I am deeply grateful to turn command over to Ryan Patrick, an extraordinary officer, leader, and person,” Janney said. “I have complete confidence that under his command, this crew will continue to excel and accomplish every mission with the professionalism, grit, and excellence that define this boat.” Patrick, assuming command of the Gold Crew, emphasized the importance of teamwork and sustained excellence as the submarine prepares for its upcoming operational commitments.”

• Commander, Submarine Group Ten, November 13: “Assuming command of USS Alaska (Gold) is the honor of a lifetime. Commander Janney has fostered a culture of excellence onboard that is second to none,” Patrick said. “I am proud to relieve him and lead this exceptional crew into the future. While the mission ahead will undoubtedly bring challenges, I have complete confidence that with our outstanding support structure ashore and the ingenuity and tenacity of Team Alaska (Gold), we will continue to drive great success.”

• Commander, Submarine Group Ten, November 13: “USS Alaska is the fourth U.S. Navy ship named after the state of Alaska and was commissioned in January 1986. As an Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine, often referred to as a "boomer", USS Alaska serves as an undetectable launch platform for submarine-launched ballistic missiles. SSBNs represent the most survivable leg of the nation’s strategic nuclear triad, providing persistent, sea-based strategic deterrence around the clock to protect the United States and its allies. Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay is the homeport for all East Coast Ohio-class submarines.”