San Diego – Capt. Brian Holmes, Commanding Officer of the USS Boxer (LHD 4), presented the Senior Sailor of the Year award to Aviation Maintenance Administrationman 1st Class Veronica Lennox on December 22, 2023. Hailing from Escondido, California, Lennox’s exceptional service aboard the Wasp-Class amphibious assault ship earned her this prestigious recognition.
The ceremony, held on the flight deck of the USS Boxer, highlighted Lennox’s dedication to duty and vital contributions. Capt. Holmes commended her role in ensuring the operational readiness of the USS Boxer’s aviation assets. The vessel, stationed in San Diego, serves as a strategic force, undertaking missions ranging from amphibious assaults to disaster relief efforts on a global scale.