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USS West Virginia Command Change | Odessa News
Commander Joseph Sammur, who took the helm of the USS West Virginia’s Blue Crew just under a year ago, has been removed from command after the Navy lost confidence in his leadership — a move that doesn’t disrupt the sub’s mission or schedule. His replacement, Commander Luke Kelvington, steps in temporarily during critical maintenance. Though specifics remain undisclosed, this Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine — commissioned in 1990 and vital to U.S. nuclear deterrence — continues operations with its rotating Blue and Gold crews. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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