Saturday, March 21, 2026
10:00 a.m. PDT
Guests must arrive on board by 10:20 a.m. PDT
USS Midway Museum, Flight Deck | Facebook Live
Free & Open to the Public
Please join us this Saturday, March 21, aboard the USS Midway Museum for a special public ceremony honoring retired Navy Capt. Royce Williams, a decorated fighter pilot whose extraordinary courage and service to our nation will be recognized with the Medal of Honor.
This commemorative event will bring together veterans, community members and distinguished guests to celebrate Capt. Williams’ remarkable legacy and lasting contributions to naval aviation history.
Guests are encouraged to arrive early.
If attending in person, no RSVP is required.
Can’t make it? Please join us via Midway’s Facebook Live.
Ceremony Highlights
A tribute recognizing the heroic service of Capt. Royce Williams
Remarks from USS Midway Museum CEO Terry Kraft, San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria, Representative Darrell Issa (CA-48), Mt. Soledad Memorial Association Executive Director Neil O’Connell, and Vice Adm. Douglas Verissimo, Commander, Naval Air Forces.
Patriotic musical performance by the U.S. Navy Band
A special flyover tribute