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NH 65600-KN Insignia: USS BENJAMIN FRANKLIN (SSBN-640)

Insignia: USS BENJAMIN FRANKLIN (SSBN-640)
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Title: Insignia: USS BENJAMIN FRANKLIN (SSBN-640)
Caption: This insignia, adopted in about 1964, symbolizes the USS BENJAMIN FRANKLIN's role as a major deterrent weapons system and a significant event in the life of her name sake. The 13 stars and the dolphins represent the 13 original states and the U.S. Navy 's Submarine Force. The kite, key and lightning symbolize Franklin's fascination with electricity and The deterrent force of the POLARIS weapon carried by this ship.
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Catalog #: NH 65600-KN
Copyright Owner: Naval History and Heritage Command
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After this Year: 1960
Before this Year: 1969
Original Medium: Color Photo
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