USS Henry county LST 824

• Commissioning and Namesake: USS Henry County (LST-824) was commissioned on 18 November 1944. The ship was named after counties in nine U.S. states, all called Henry County, honoring Patrick Henry, a prominent figure of the American Revolution. • World War II Service: LST-824 participated in the Pacific Theater during World War II, notably supporting the Okinawa invasion by landing troops and equipment under heavy combat conditions. • Landing Ship, Tank (LST): The vessel was part of the LST-542 class of tank landing ships, specifically designed to deliver tanks, vehicles, cargo, and troops directly onto shore without docks or piers. • Post-War Operations: After WWII, LST-824 was involved in occupation duties in the Far East, including transporting personnel and equipment for the rebuilding efforts in Japan and China. • Korean War Reactivation: The ship was decommissioned after WWII but was recommissioned in 1950 to support the Korean War, again transporting troops, tanks, and supplies to combat zones. • Vietnam War Service: Renamed USS Henry County (LST-824) in 1955, the ship later served in the Vietnam War, providing logistical support and transporting cargo and personnel along the Vietnamese coast. • Awarded Battle Stars: USS Henry County earned three battle stars for her service in World War II and additional campaign stars for her Korean and Vietnam War service. • Transfer to Malaysia: In 1975, the vessel was decommissioned from U.S. service and transferred to the Malaysian Navy, where she was renamed KD Raja Jarom (A-1502). • Longevity: The ship had an impressive service life, operating under three different flags (U.S. Navy, Military Sea Transportation Service, and Royal Malaysian Navy) for over three decades. • Legacy: As an LST, the USS Henry County exemplified the critical logistical role such ships played in amphibious warfare, contributing to the success of major military campaigns across three wars.