USS Epping Forest (LSD-4)

USS Epping Forest (LSD-4) was an Ashland-class dock landing ship commissioned by the United States Navy in 1943. During World War II, she played a crucial role in the Pacific Theater, participating in major amphibious operations including the assaults on Leyte, Lingayen Gulf, and Okinawa. After the war, Epping Forest supported occupation duties in the Far East and later served during the Korean War, supporting United Nations forces with logistics and amphibious capabilities. The ship continued to serve until decommissioning in 1968, earning multiple battle stars for her distinguished service.