Billy Ralph Tilger
| Era | Vietnam War |
|---|---|
| Branch | U.S. Navy |
| Rank | Commander |
| Military Decorations | Awards for Valor or Meritorious Service |
| Wall | DD |
| Wall Side | 1 |
| Row | 4 |
| Plaque Number | 18 |
Bill served over 22 years at sea and ashore. His first ship duty was aboard the USS HELENA (CA-75), serving as Combat Information Center Officer. He served as Executive Officer in USS TIOGA COUNTY (LST-1158) assisting in Vietnam and then as Commading Officer, USS BENEWAH (APB-35), supporting mobile riverine operations in the Mekong River Delta. From the US Europe Command, Stuttgart, Germany; to NROTC, University of Oklohama; to ComNavSurfPac, San Diego, Bill completed a career of duty and Service.
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