USS Virginia (SSN 774). GROTON, Conn. (April 13, 2010)

100413-N-8467N-003 GROTON, Conn. (April 13, 2010)

The attack submarine USS Virginia (SSN 774) pulls into Submarine Base New London after completing the first six-month deployment for a Virginia-class Submarine. Virginia traveled more than 37,000 miles while conducting operations in the U.S. European and U.S. Central Command areas of responsibility. 

(U.S. Navy photo by John Narewski)

100413-N-8467N-006 GROTON, Conn. (April 13, 2010)

Machinist's Mate 1st Class Jason Fancher hugs his children moments after the attack submarine USS Virginia (SSN 774) returned to Submarine Base New London after completing the first six-month deployment for a Virginia-class Submarine.

(U.S. Navy photo by John Narewski)