'Multiple Virtual Torpedo Hits': How a $100 Million Sub 'Sank' Navy Aircraft Carrier USS Ronald Reagan

Summary and Key Points: The Swedish Gotland-class submarine, renowned for "sinking" the USS Ronald Reagan during a 2005 war game, highlighted the vulnerability of a $6 billion supercarrier to a $100 million sub.

-Gotland's stealthy performance was attributed to its quiet Stirling engine, allowing it to evade detection by the entire Carrier Strike Group.

-This incident underscored the need for the U.S. to reconsider its defense spending strategies.

-Sweden is now upgrading Gotland and its sister ship...