Landlocked Colorado is getting a new attack submarine named after the state. The USS Colorado is one of five being commissioned for states that have not had a ship named for them in nearly 50 years. Other states being honored include South Dakota, Illinois, Washington and Indiana. Navy Secretary Ray Mabus says the new submarines will be able to launch cruise missiles, carry naval commandos and conduct surveillance. “I’m very pleased that Colorado will serve as the namesake of a Navy nuclear submarine,” U.S. Senator Mark Udall said. “As the third ship named after our state, the USS Colorado will be an important part of our national security strategy and a technological marvel representing a long and distinguished heritage. Wherever she may go, the respect and pride of our entire state will go with the Colorado and her crew.”