Event Brief
US Navy nuclear cruiser USS Long Beach highlighted
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Filed: Sep 26, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET
Summary: The article describes the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS Long Beach (CGN-9), built to escort the Navy’s new nuclear carriers. It notes the ship’s two nuclear reactors, about 80,000 horsepower, long-range capability, and missile armament, and argues the US Navy does not operate a nuclear cruiser today.
WHO: 19FortyFive
WHAT: A description and claim about the USS Long Beach’s nuclear propulsion and missile capability, plus the assertion that the US Navy has no nuclear cruiser in service today.
WHEN: Sep 26, 2026 at 10:40 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The article is presenting a feature/analysis of the USS Long Beach’s design and role as a nuclear carrier escort.
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