About this Unit
The 9th Mission Support Command (9th MSC), headquartered at Fort Shafter, Hawaii, traces its lineage to the 9th Army Reserve Command established in 1962. As the U.S. Army Reserve’s senior command in the Pacific, the 9th MSC oversees more than 3,500 Soldiers across Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, American Samoa, Japan, and Korea. Its mission includes providing trained and ready forces for overseas contingency operations, homeland defense, and disaster response throughout the Asia-Pacific region. The command has supported major operations such as Operation Enduring Freedom and has played a vital role in regional humanitarian assistance and disaster relief efforts.
Historical Facts
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Established in 1962: The 9th Mission Support Command (MSC) was first activated as the IX Corps (Augmentation) in 1962, providing vital reserve support in the Pacific region.
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Pacific Army Reserve Headquarters: Headquartered at Fort Shafter, Hawaii, the 9th MSC serves as the command and control headquarters for all Army Reserve units across the Pacific, including Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, Saipan, American Samoa, and Japan.
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Largest Army Reserve Command in the Pacific: The 9th MSC is the largest Army Reserve command in the Pacific Basin, overseeing more than 3,500 Soldiers across a vast geographical area.
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Diverse Subordinate Units: The 9th MSC commands a variety of specialized units, including engineering, medical, civil affairs, military police, and sustainment units.
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Key Role in Humanitarian Missions: The 9th MSC regularly participates in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions in the Asia-Pacific, such as operations following typhoons, earthquakes, and other natural disasters.
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Partnership Exercises: The command frequently takes part in multinational exercises like Cobra Gold (Thailand), Balikatan (Philippines), and Yama Sakura (Japan), enhancing U.S. and allied cooperation in the region.
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Operation Enduring Freedom Support: Soldiers from the 9th MSC have deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and other overseas contingency operations, demonstrating their commitment beyond the Pacific.
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Historic Fort Shafter: The unit's headquarters at Fort Shafter is the oldest military post on Oahu and serves as the nerve center for U.S. Army operations throughout the Pacific.
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Emphasis on Cultural Engagement: The 9th MSC often engages with local communities across the Pacific, fostering relationships and understanding through outreach and training events.
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Distinctive Unit Insignia: The 9th MSC’s insignia features a red and blue design with a white star and gold border, symbolizing its readiness and connection to both the United States and the vast Pacific region it serves.
