CORONADO, Ca. (Feb. 9, 2024) The expeditionary sea base Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) John L. Canley (ESB 6) arrives at Naval Air Station North Island, Feb. 9, 2024, where the ship will be commissioned Feb. 17. The first of its name, the ship honors retired Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. John L. Canley, who was awarded the Medal of Honor 50 years after his actions during the Battle of Hue City. Canley served as company gunnery sergeant for Company A, First Battalion, First Marines, First Marine Division in the Republic of Vietnam from Jan. 31 to Feb. 6, 1968. Canley passed away in Bend, Oregon May 11, 2022. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kelby Sanders)