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NH 63622-KN Insignia: USS RAY (SSN-635)

Insignia: USS RAY (SSN-635)
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Title: Insignia: USS RAY (SSN-635)
Caption: This insignia was adopted in 1966-1967, following a design contest. The design originated by R.B. Poythress, Newport News Shipyard artist, was selected by the captain and crew of the ship. The insignia features the silhouette of the RAY superimposed over the figure of the rayfish. The electron orbits symbolize the ship's nuclear power plant.
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Catalog #: NH 63622-KN
Copyright Owner: Naval History and Heritage Command
Original Creator: Design by R.B. Poythress.
After this Year: 1960
Before this Year: 1969
Original Medium: Color Photo, BW Photo
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