The commanding officer of the USS Ohio sub’s gold crew — Capt. Kurt Balagna — was relieved by Rear Adm. Nicholas Tilbrook, the commander of Submarine Group 9, “due to a loss of confidence in his ability to command.”
Navy Fires Commander of USS Ohio — 3rd Submarine Skipper Relieved in 7 Months
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