37K views · 63 reactions | The Trump administration's new nuclear warhead, a low-yield variety meant to provide a new layer of nuclear deterrence, has been fielded for the first time, aboard the submarine Tennessee. Read more about it here: https://www.defensenews.com/smr/nuclear-arsenal/2020/02/04/trumps-new-nuclear-weapon-has-been-deployed/ | Military Times | Facebook

7K views · 29 reactions | This was a 15-20 kiloton nuclear warhead adapted to a 16 in naval shell used on the 4 Iowa Class Battleships. While the USN had capable aircraft and missiles to use in the delivery of nuclear weapons, their thought was that the Mk 23/Mark 7 16in/50caliber cannon combination was extremely accurate and usable in any weather condition compared to early jet aircraft and missile technology. | Morbid Curiosity | Facebook