Jeffrey Hallal

The USS Forrestal (CVA-59) was the lead ship of her class and the first "supercarrier" of the United States Navy, commissioned on October 1, 1955. Named after James Forrestal, the first Secretary of Defense, she played a pivotal role in Cold War naval operations, serving in both the Atlantic and Mediterranean fleets. Forrestal notably suffered a catastrophic fire in 1967 while deployed off the coast of Vietnam, resulting in significant loss of life and prompting major improvements in carrier safety procedures. Throughout her service, she participated in numerous exercises, deployments, and crisis responses until her decommissioning in 1993.

USS Hassayampa (AO-145) was a Neosho-class fleet oiler commissioned by the United States Navy in 1955. Throughout her service, she played a crucial role in supplying fuel and logistical support to U.S. naval vessels, particularly during the Vietnam War and the Cold War. Hassayampa participated in significant operations, including the Cuban Missile Crisis blockade and various Pacific fleet exercises. The vessel was decommissioned in 1991 after over three decades of continuous service, earning numerous awards for her contributions.

USNS Sioux (T-ATF-171) was a Powhatan-class fleet ocean tug operated by the United States Navy. Launched in 1980, Sioux provided crucial towing, salvage, and rescue services for naval vessels worldwide, supporting both peacetime and combat operations. Throughout her career, she participated in numerous missions, including recovery operations and support during fleet exercises and deployments. After over three decades of distinguished service, USNS Sioux was decommissioned in 2021.