The U.S. Navy has commissioned its first coed submarine, the USS New Jersey, marking a historic moment in the 100-year history of submarines. The submarine is fully integrated for male and female sailors to operate side by side, representing the strength that diversity brings to the Navy. Modifications aboard the ship include separate sleeping and bathing areas for the coed crew, as well as other adjustments to accommodate the growing number of women joining the Navy as submariners. The number of female officers and enlisted sailors in the submarine force has been increasing in recent years. The USS New Jersey was commissioned during a ceremony at Naval Weapons Station Earle in New Jersey, making it the third naval ship named for the state. The submarine is a nuclear-powered fast-attack submarine and is seen as the future of Naval warfare, more inclusive and capable than ever before. The name of the USS New Jersey was announced in 2015 and was finally delivered in April 2025. This new addition to the Navy fleet is seen as a symbol of progress and breaking barriers while protecting the nation’s shores.
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