Nuclear submarine Perle completes 12 years of operations since 1993

French nuclear attack submarine Perle has accumulated the equivalent of twelve years of operations since entering service in 1993.

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This French Navy vessel has experienced major incidents, including a devastating fire that ravaged its bow in June 2020.

Despite damage, the Perle remains a key element of France's nuclear deterrent.

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