James Vick

USS Henry B. Wilson (DDG-7) was a Charles F. Adams-class guided missile destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy in 1960. Named after Admiral Henry Braid Wilson, the ship served prominently during the Vietnam War, performing naval gunfire support, search and rescue, and escort duties. Throughout her service, Henry B. Wilson earned multiple battle stars for her actions off the coast of Vietnam. The destroyer continued to serve in various roles in the Pacific Fleet until her decommissioning in 1989.

Tactical Air Control Squadron TWELVE (TACRON 12), based in San Diego, California, is a United States Navy aviation command and control unit. Established in 1951, TACRON 12 has provided crucial air control support to amphibious assault operations, coordinating air traffic and supporting embarked Marine and Navy forces. The squadron has participated in numerous deployments aboard amphibious assault ships, contributing to operations in regions such as the Western Pacific, Indian Ocean, and the Middle East. TACRON 12 continues to play a vital role in ensuring the safe and effective integration of air power during joint and combined amphibious operations.