The 37th Annual Muster and Music Festival

Honored Guests

Legends and Legacy

The theme of the 37th Annual Muster is “Legends and Legacy”, honoring the 50th anniversary of a mission that marks the only time in modern history that the Medal of Honor was awarded in combat action to a warrior who saved the life of another Medal of Honor recipient.

In April of 1972, SEAL Lieutenant Tom Norris risked his life in an unprecedented ground rescue of two American airmen who were shot down behind enemy lines in North Vietnam. For his actions, he was awarded the Medal of Honor, an award that represents the pinnacle of heroism and courage.

Just six months later, Norris was sent on a dangerous special reconnaissance mission that took his team deep into enemy territory where they engaged a vastly superior force. In the running gun battle that ensued, Lieutenant Norris was severely wounded; a bullet entered his left eye and exited the left side of his head.

SEAL Petty Officer Michael Thornton, under heavy fire, fought his way back onto a North Vietnamese beach to rescue his officer. This was the first time Tom and Mike had been on a combat mission together. Thornton’s act of selfless courage earned him the Medal of Honor.

The Museum has the distinct honor of hosting Tom Norris and Mike Thornton at this year’s Muster. Join us to meet these legendary warriors and learn more about SEAL legacy.

Keynote Speaker

Jericho Green

Navy Veteran, Video Columnist
Jericho Green was born in Jackson, Mississippi. When he was an infant, Jericho’s family moved to Northern California where he was raised. The son of Army veterans, Jericho was taught a strong work ethic, respect for the military, and duty to country from a young age. He became actively involved with the Sea Cadets during middle school and high school.

Upon graduating from high school, Jericho joined the world’s finest Navy, serving for four years. Jericho’s passion for broadcast, media creation, and live audience engagement was ignited after working for a local radio station. In 2018, Jericho started his own YouTube channel where he candidly critiques and challenges many of the narratives of American culture today. He enjoys more than 300,000 followers.

Jericho has been married for 13 years; he and his wife live in Northern California and share two beautiful, intelligent children.