Kittery, Maine (April 27, 2026)
April is National Welding Month, and we are taking a moment to recognize the elite welding workforce at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Their craftsmanship is literally the backbone of fleet readiness, ensuring the structural integrity of the U.S. Navy’s submarine fleet. Thank you to the men and women behind the mask whose hard work keeps our Navy strong and our nation secure.
(U.S. Navy video by Joel Messer/released)