Description In March 1983, the 116 WSSF was chosen to participate in the first CROWN DEFENDER exercise, an inclusive security exercise developed for active duty and ANG at the National Training Center, Ft. Irwin, California. The 116 WSSF played the role of aggressors and terrorist informants. HQ TAC/SP noted that the 116 WSSF acting in their role "performed admirably, and made significant contributions to the success of the exercise.