54th Mortuary Affairs Company

The 54th Mortuary Affairs Company is a specialized unit of the United States Army tasked with the dignified handling, processing, and evacuation of deceased personnel on the battlefield. Activated in 1996, the company has supported multiple military operations, including missions in Iraq and Afghanistan, where it played a critical role in recovering and identifying fallen service members. The unit is based at Fort Liberty (formerly Fort Bragg), North Carolina, under the 530th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 82nd Sustainment Brigade. Through its dedicated service, the 54th Mortuary Affairs Company upholds the Army’s commitment to ensuring no soldier is left behind, providing crucial support to families and the broader military community.