The real CV-14 USS Ticonderoga was known as the first Essex-class carrier built with a longer hull. The carrier took part in not only World War II but also the Vietnam War.

The USS Ticonderoga and USS Constellation responded, sending their aircraft to strike targets at a petroleum storage facility in Vinh, North Vietnam.

George Edward Nowack, born on June 30, 1924 in Carinbrook, PA, was a first generation American. He proudly served his country aboard the USS Ticonderoga, CV-14, in WWII. He was the President of ...