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Trident missile preparation C016 / 6617
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Trident missile preparation C016 / 6617
Trident missile preparation. Trident missile being loaded in to a missile cell on the submarine USS Francis Scott Key. Trident missiles are submarine-launched ballistic missiles that are armed with nuclear warheads. They have a range of 7, 350 kilometres. This is a trident I, or C4, class missile. C4 missiles were deployed between 1979 and 2005 and were carried on 14 US Navy submarines and 4 Royal Navy submarines
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Ballistic Missile Cold War Expo Loading Military Missile Nuclear Deterrent Nuclear Weapon Preparing Submarine Underwater Warfare Weapon Dockyard Three Stage Trident
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the intense preparation of a Trident missile, as it is being loaded into a missile cell on the renowned submarine USS Francis Scott Key. The Trident missiles, armed with nuclear warheads, were the epitome of military might during their deployment between 1979 and 2005. With an impressive range of 7,350 kilometers, these submarine-launched ballistic missiles played a crucial role in shaping history. The image showcases the intricate process of loading and preparing this powerful weapon underwater at a dockyard. It symbolizes both the technological advancements achieved by American warfare and the historical significance of Cold War-era weaponry. As one gazes upon this photograph, they are transported to an era where nuclear deterrence was paramount for national security. The Trident I or C4 class missile depicted here represents not only North America's commitment to defense but also its collaboration with allies such as the Royal Navy. This particular type of missile was carried on fourteen US Navy submarines and four Royal Navy submarines. With its solid propellant and three-stage design, this trident I missile stands as a testament to human ingenuity in creating devastatingly effective weapons systems. Its presence evokes feelings of awe mixed with apprehension about humanity's ability to harness such destructive power. As we reflect on this piece from Science Photo Library's collection, we are reminded that technology can be both awe-inspiring and terrifying when placed in capable hands.
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