U.S. Submarines

SHIELD: Azure, between a naval sword proper two dolphins uriant respectant or; a bordure gules.
CREST: On a wreath of the colors, (or and azure) issuant from a naval crown or charged with eight mullets azure the sails bearing a thistle and Tudor rose proper, a stylized Annapolis skyline argent.
SUPPORTERS: Two tridents saltirewise or.
MOTTO: On a bipartite scroll azure doubled gules, the motto “BORN FREE HOPE TO DIE FREE” in white letters.
SEAL: The coat of arms as blazoned in full color on a white round shape enclosed by a dark blue border edged on the outer side with a gold rope and inscribed in gold with the words “USS ANNAPOLIS” above and “SSN 760” below.

Symbolism
SHIELD: Dark blue and gold are the traditionary associated with the U.S. Navy; red is emblematic of valor and action. The heraldic dolphins, diving into the marine depths, symbolize underwater speed and intelligence. The naval sword suggests the numeral “1”, emphasizing that the new USS ANNAPOLIS is the first in an all nuclear submarine force. The sword’s upright position depicts the submarine ‘s military readiness and vertical launch weaponry.
CREST: The Naval Crown, which is associated with distinguished sailors and towns with naval traditions, is charged with a heraldic thistle and rose (referring to a Scottish and English heritage) symbolizing the City of Annapolis and its naval traditions . The stars commemorate the eight battle stars the third USS ANNAPOLIS earned for service in Vietnam. Three major landmarks of the Annapolis skyline highlight the city for which the submarine is named.
SUPPORTERS: The trident symbolizes sea power and naval weaponry. Each trident has three tines recalling the three previous ships named Annapolis. They are crossed to indicate strength, cooperation, and the cross-capabilities of the SSN 760.
SCROLL: Red, white and blue are our national colors and depict the principles of freedom upon which our country was founded and which the USS ANNAPOLIS stands ready to defend.

SHIELD: Argent, two stylized tomahawks saltirewise Proper superimposed by a silhouette of the "TURTLE" Azure charged with an anchor superimposed by a mullet Or.
MOTTO: A scroll Azure doubled and inscribed "ARSENAL OF THE NATION" Or.
SUPPORTERS: All superimposed upon a trident Or with the tines upon a wreath of oak Proper and on either side of the bottom spike a dolphin naiant embowed respectant of the first.
SEAL: The coat of arms in full color as in the blazon, all upon a white background and enclosed within a dark blue oval band edged with a gold rope on the outside and inscribed "USS CONNECTICUT" at top and "SSN 22" at bottom between two stars on either side all gold.

Symbolism
SHIELD: Dark blue and gold are the colors traditionally used by the U.S. Navy. White denotes integrity and red is for courage and sacrifice. The rococo shield is adapted from the armorial bearings of the State of Connecticut; its color highlights the "Great White Fleet" of which the fourth USS Connecticut was the flagship. The tomahawks represent the missiles on the present SSN. The dark blue silhouette of the first working submarine, the Turtle, which broke the British siege of New York Harbor in 1776, recalls the heritage of SSN 22. The star and anchor are adapted from the "Command at Sea" emblem and recall the U.S. Naval role in preserving America’s command of the seas.
SUPPORTERS: The trident is a traditional symbol of maritime prowess; its bottom spike points to the ocean depths, the area of operation of the present "USS Connecticut." The oak leaves, representing the Charter Oak of 1687, reflect the deep-rooted historic traditions of Connecticut and mark the refusal of their early leaders to give up their love of freedom. The dolphins, animals of speed and intelligence, are symbolic of submarine service.
BORDER: The stars on the border represent the four previous ships named USS CONNECTICUT.