USS Ulysses S. Grant (SSBN-631) - Construction and Commissioning

Construction and Commissioning

The build Ulysses S. Grant was awarded to the Electric Boat Division of General Dynamics Corporation in Groton, Connecticut, on 20 July 1961 and her keel was laid down there on 18 August 1962. She was launched on 2 November 1963, sponsored by Mrs. David W. Griffiths, the great-granddaughter of President Grant, and commissioned on 17 July 1964 with Captain J. L. From, Jr., in command. In September, Commander C.A.K. McDonald took command of the Gold Crew, leaving the Blue Crew to Captain From.

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