USS Tennessee is docked at the SWFLANT Explosive Handling Wharf (EHW) with the help of Port Services tugs and personnel from the Trident Refit Facility.

USS Tennessee, berthed at the EHW, awaits the first tactical missile outload in March 1990.

Moving the loading tubes from the kneel down transporter to the submarine is one of the intricate steps in a process which involves military, contractor and government civilian personnel.

Personnel from the Marine Corps Security Force Company provide extensive security support for SWFLANT missile operations.

Crew members complete final tube preparations before the missile hatches are secured aboard USS Tennessee.