Newport News Shipbuilding was chartered on this date 139 years ago. Since the shipyard’s founding in 1886, generations of shipbuilders have come from near and far to contribute to NNS’ legacy of “Always Good Ships.”

Today, 26,000 NNS shipbuilders are proud to support the U.S. Navy, building and overhauling the nuclear-powered aircraft carriers and submarines that protect American freedom and project strength around the world.

As we celebrate our 139th anniversary, NNS is grateful for shipbuilders like you. The work you do every day honors our storied past while shaping the future of shipbuilding.

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