US Submarine USS Michigan (SSGN 727) in Subic Bay
The Ohio-class guided-missile submarine USS Michigan (SSGN 727), arrived in Subic Bay on Tuesday, March 25, for a routine port call, highlighting the strong historic, community, and military connections between the United States and the Republic of the Philippines.
USS Michigan replenished supplies and the crew had an opportunity for rest and relaxation. They also visited a school that helps persons with disabilities, and the Olongapo City Museum to learn more about Filipino culture and history.
Homeported in Puget Sound, Washington, the USS Michigan is part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet.
The Michigan is commanded by CAPT. Erik A. Burian and crewed by approximately 150 sailors. USS Michigan was commissioned on 11 September 1982 and is the third United States Navy vessel to bear the name of the state.
In 2003 the USS Michigan entered the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton, Washington for conversion from a Fleet Ballistic Missile Submarine into a Guided Missile Submarine.
In June 2007, the new USS Michigan SSGN-727 was returned to service as one of only four SSGN’s in the submarine fleet. (USEmbassyManila)