The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Springfield is back at Polaris Point after a routine Indo-Pacific deployment, reaffirming its critical role in maintaining regional security. 

Springfield's crew carried out missions vital to national defense, reinforced deterrence across the pacific, and made port visits to Japan. 

Along the way, 31 sailors advanced in rank and 19 earned their submarine warfare insignia, “Dolphins,” marking their qualification in the elite undersea force.

Leaders praised the sailors’ resilience and precision, with commanders calling the deployment proof of the submarine force’s unmatched readiness.

Springfield’s homecoming was capped by the Navy’s time-honored “First kiss” and “First hug” traditions, as families welcomed their sailors back to Guam.

Commissioned in 1993, the USS Springfield is one of five forward-deployed fast-attack submarines based here, the tip of the spear in supporting a free and open Indo-Pacific.