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USS Greeneville returns home following deployment

30 January 2026

From Courtesy Story, Commander, Submarine Squadron 11 Public Affairs

NAVAL BASE POINT LOMA, Calif. - Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) returned to its homeport of Naval Base Point Loma, following a regularly scheduled deployment to the Indo-Pacific region in support of U.S. national security objectives, Jan. 30, 2026.
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NAVAL BASE POINT LOMA, Calif. (Jan. 30, 2026) - Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) returns to Naval Base Point Loma following a deployment to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility, Jan. 30, 2026. Greeneville is assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 11, home to four Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines, which are capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-ship warfare, strike warfare and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rashan Jefferson)
NAVAL BASE POINT LOMA, Calif. (Jan. 30, 2026) - Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) returns to Naval Base Point Loma following a deployment to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility, Jan. 30, 2026. Greeneville is assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 11, home to four Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines, which are capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-ship warfare, strike warfare and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rashan Jefferson)
NAVAL BASE POINT LOMA, Calif. (Jan. 30, 2026) - Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) returns to Naval Base Point Loma following a deployment to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility, Jan. 30, 2026. Greeneville is assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 11, home to four Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines, which are capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-ship warfare, strike warfare and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rashan Jefferson)
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NAVAL BASE POINT LOMA, Calif. (Jan. 30, 2026) - Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) returns to Naval Base Point Loma following a deployment to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility, Jan. 30, 2026. Greeneville is assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 11, home to four Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines, which are capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-ship warfare, strike warfare and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rashan Jefferson)
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During the deployment, Greeneville steamed over 49,000 nautical miles while conducting the full spectrum of SSN operations alongside U.S. and allied forces.

“The return of USS Greeneville marks the successful completion of yet another vital mission for Submarine Squadron 11,” said Capt. Phillip Sylvia Jr., commodore, Submarine Squadron 11. “I am incredibly proud of the Greeneville crew. They operated professionally in challenging environments, proving once again that our undersea forces are the apex predators of the maritime environment and their forward-deployed presence reinforced our commitment to peace through strength.”

The crew of Greeneville relentlessly pursued excellence and operated in a professional manner in support of maritime operations in the Indo-Pacific region, reaffirming the United States’ dedication to deterrence, stability, and prosperity.

“The American public and our allies and partners should rest easy at night knowing that the Greeneville team, along with our brothers and sisters throughout the Submarine Force and the Navy have the watch,” said Capt. Chad Tella, commanding officer of Greeneville. “Time and time again, the Greeneville team fearlessly met all challenges head on, not only getting the job done, but exceeding all expectations. The team routinely united in the face of adversity to ensure mission accomplishment, no matter the situation.”

Additionally, while on deployment, Greeneville Sailors completed 695 overall qualifications, and nine officers and 38 enlisted Sailors earned their submarine warfare qualifications.

“Greeneville Sailors performed second to none,” said Senior Chief Logistics Specialist (Submarines) Daniel Dumitrache, Greeneville's chief of the boat. “Before we deployed, less than 20 Sailors had deployed to the Western Pacific. Now, 165 Sailors know what it takes to deploy and operate at the tip of the spear.”

In between their high tempo undersea missions, Greeneville conducted a port visit to Busan, Republic of Korea, giving Sailors an opportunity to experience the local culture while building relationships and friendships.

“The port visit to Busan provided a great opportunity to relax following extended at sea operations,” said Dumitrache. “The Republic of Korea Navy did an amazing job making us feel welcome. Watching our crew play a game of soccer against the crew of ROKS Jeong Ji (SS 073) was a memorable and impactful experience.”

NAVAL BASE POINT LOMA, Calif. (Jan. 30, 2026) - A Sailor assigned to Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) is welcomed home after returning to Naval Base Point Loma following a deployment to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility, Jan. 30, 2026. Greeneville is assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 11, home to four Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines, which are capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-ship warfare, strike warfare and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rashan Jefferson)
NAVAL BASE POINT LOMA, Calif. (Jan. 30, 2026) - A Sailor assigned to Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) is welcomed home after returning to Naval Base Point Loma following a deployment to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility, Jan. 30, 2026. Greeneville is assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 11, home to four Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines, which are capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-ship warfare, strike warfare and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rashan Jefferson)
NAVAL BASE POINT LOMA - Families celebrate as Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) returns to Naval Base Point Loma following a deployment to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility, Jan. 30, 2026. Greeneville is assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 11, home to four Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines, which are capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-ship warfare, strike warfare and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rashan Jefferson)
NAVAL BASE POINT LOMA - Families celebrate as Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) returns to Naval Base Point Loma following a deployment to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility, Jan. 30, 2026. Greeneville is assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 11, home to four Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines, which are capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-ship warfare, strike warfare and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rashan Jefferson)
NAVAL BASE POINT LOMA, Calif. (Jan. 30, 2026) - A Sailor assigned to Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) is welcomed home after returning to Naval Base Point Loma following a deployment to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility, Jan. 30, 2026. Greeneville is assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 11, home to four Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines, which are capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-ship warfare, strike warfare and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rashan Jefferson)
NAVAL BASE POINT LOMA, Calif. (Jan. 30, 2026) - A Sailor assigned to Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) is welcomed home after returning to Naval Base Point Loma following a deployment to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility, Jan. 30, 2026. Greeneville is assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 11, home to four Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines, which are capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-ship warfare, strike warfare and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rashan Jefferson)


Commissioned on Feb. 16, 1996, Greeneville is the only vessel in United States naval history named after Greeneville, Tennessee.

Greeneville is one of four Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarines assigned to Commander, Submarine Squadron 11, capable of supporting various missions, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-ship warfare, strike warfare and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance.

For more information, contact CSS\_11\_PAO@us.navy.mil, call (619) 553-1278, or visit our command website at https://www.csp.navy.mil/css11/.

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