2113rd Transportation

• Formation and World War II Service: The 2113rd Transportation Company was originally activated during World War II, playing a crucial role in supporting Allied logistics across the European Theater. • Red Ball Express Participation: The unit is historically noted for its participation in the Red Ball Express, a famous truck convoy system that supplied advancing Allied forces after the D-Day landings. • Korean War Deployment: The 2113rd saw action during the Korean War, where its convoys braved harsh terrain and enemy ambushes to deliver essential supplies to the frontlines. • Vietnam War Involvement: The unit was reactivated and deployed to Vietnam, adapting to new threats like ambushes and land mines, and innovating convoy security techniques that became standard practice. • Desert Shield/Desert Storm Operations: In the early 1990s, the 2113rd supported coalition operations in the Middle East, moving troops and equipment across vast desert distances. • Innovators in Convoy Protection: The 2113rd was among the first to implement the use of "gun trucks"—armored vehicles escorting convoys to deter and defend against attacks. • Unit Patch Symbolism: The unit's distinctive insignia features a wheel and lightning bolt, symbolizing speed, mobility, and the critical role of transportation in military success. • Humanitarian Missions: In addition to combat roles, the 2113rd has participated in several humanitarian missions, delivering aid during natural disasters in the U.S. and abroad. • Technological Advancements: The unit was an early adopter of GPS navigation and digital communication tools, enhancing logistical efficiency and convoy safety in the 21st century. • Decorations and Honors: Members of the 2113rd Transportation have earned numerous commendations, including Meritorious Unit Commendations and individual awards for bravery under fire.