Hyman G. Rickover

Hyman G. Rickover was a pioneering American naval officer credited with creating the nuclear-powered submarine program. His expertise and leadership transformed the U.S. Navy’s submarine fleet, making submarines faster, more reliable, and capable of operating for long periods underwater. Known as the "Father of the Nuclear Navy," Rickover emphasized rigorous training, safety, and technological innovation, which helped establish nuclear propulsion as a standard for naval vessels. His work greatly enhanced national security by providing the Navy with strategic, stealthy, and enduring underwater capabilities, fundamentally changing modern naval warfare.