Restoring the Ohio was a top Navy priority. Rear Adm. Thomas Wall, commander, Submarine Group Nine, emphasized that the submarine's operational readiness plays a direct role in our undersea warfighter's continued ability to achieve peace through strength.
"Brazil's military dominance is unmatched in South America. With more than 350,000 active personnel, the Brazilian Armed Forces boast the largest standing military on the continent, dwarfing the forces of neighboring countries like Argentina and Colombia."