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Admiral Hyman G. Rickover is known as the 'Father of Nuclear Navy' for his role in creating the U.S. Navy's nuclear submarine force. He oversaw the development of the world's first atomic-powered submarine, USS Nautilus. The USS Nautilus marked the beginning of the U.S. Navy's modern 'silent service' and laid the foundation for the nation's nuclear strike force.