After personally destroying two Japanese emplacements, Cole was killed instantly by an enemy hand grenade. His heroic, one-man attack saved his company and allowed them to move forward and help win the battle. He was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. Nev. The center was previously named Center for Naval Tactical Warfare. The new command focuses on aviation tactical training enhancement.
Nominations are open to both active-duty and civilian personnel.
Past nominees who were not selected may be renominated. Nominations must be received by the Navy Recruiting Command by June 20.