Because of its advanced air search radars and digital computers, the nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser USS Long Beach (CGN-9) frequently served as RED CROWN. (U.S. Navy)
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Important Dates in Aviation History
Red Crown on January 8th 1973 was the USS Truxtun DLGN-35.
Can you provide a source, Michael. Naval History and Heritage Commmand info states Truxtun was on Taiwan Strait Patrol in January 1973.